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#116 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 6% in state

Millis High School

High School · Millis

245 Plain Street, Millis, MA 02054

Enrollment

317

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

8.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#116 of 1,793

In Millis

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Millis

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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8.9/10

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About Millis High School

Millis High School is a public high school in Millis, MA, part of Millis. Millis High School serves approximately 317 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Millis High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #116 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Millis High School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

What's said publicly about Millis High School

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Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Millis High School is a public high school located in Millis, Massachusetts, United States 2 . The school's building is a combined facility that houses both the middle school and the high school 2 .
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How it compares2.5 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+18.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+26 pts
Overall Proficiency71% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+13.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
College Readiness9.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation37.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,818
Chronic Absenteeism15.8%

Millis High School — Students at Millis High School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 79.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 88.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.6% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
71.5%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2021*
Math
81.5%
ELA
93%
2022
Math
61%
ELA
77%
2023
Math
69%
ELA
85%
2024
Math
72%
ELA
79%
2025
Math
64%
ELA
78%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Millis High School Compares

See how Millis High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.9/10
94th percentile in MA
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
24
11 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
37.5% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics24sports offered
11 boys'·13 girls'·37 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

245 Plain Street, Millis, MA 02054

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Millis High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Dover-Sherborn Regional High (rated 9.4/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Dover), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Medfield Senior High (rated 8.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Medfield), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MONTROSE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Medfield), a more accessible option. For more schools in Millis, see our Millis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Millis Middle Millis 0.0 mi 7.3
Clyde F Brown Millis 0.1 mi 4.1
WOODSIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Millis 1.4 mi 5.1
TIES Millis 1.9 mi
SPARHAWK ACADEMY Mills 2.1 mi 5.7
H Olive Day Norfolk 3.1 mi 7.1
Freeman-Kennedy School Norfolk 3.2 mi 6.9
Medway Middle Medway 2.8 mi 7.4
Burke/Memorial Elementary School Medway 2.9 mi 7.8
Dale Street Medfield 3.1 mi 9.1
Memorial School Medfield 3.2 mi 6.2
John D Mc Govern Elementary Medway 2.9 mi 6.4
MONTROSE SCHOOL Medfield 3.2 mi 6.3
Medfield Senior High Medfield 3.5 mi 8.7
Dover-Sherborn Regional High Dover 4.2 mi 9.4
Helen Keller Elementary Franklin 4.2 mi 6.6
Annie Sullivan Middle School Franklin 4.2 mi 6.9
Thomas Blake Middle Medfield 3.6 mi 8.6
Dover-Sherborn Regional Middle School Dover 4.3 mi 8.4
Ralph Wheelock School Medfield 3.6 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$149,021

Median Home Value

$570,300

Median Rent

$1,733/mo

Population

8,699

College Educated

50.7%

Homeownership

83.6%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

47.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Manchester Essex Regional High School Manchester, MA 9.0
Hamilton-Wenham Regional High South Hamilton, MA 8.7
GROTON SCHOOL Groton, MA 9.2
THE NEWMAN SCHOOL Boston, MA 8.6
Bromfield Harvard, MA 8.3
Cohasset High School Cohasset, MA 9.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Millis High School

What grades does Millis High School serve?

Millis High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Millis High School?

Millis High School has an enrollment of approximately 317 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Millis High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Millis High School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Millis High School rank in MA?

Millis High School ranks #116 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Millis High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Millis High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Millis High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Millis High School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Millis High School a charter school?

No, Millis High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Millis High School a Title I school?

No, Millis High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.8%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Millis
District Enrollment
1,186
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,818
District Rank
#1 of 3

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