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Milton Middle

Middle School · Milton School District

20 E Madison Ave, Milton, WI 53563

Enrollment

504

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

6.9

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#915 of 2,105

In Milton

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

Milton School District

Equity

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Milton Middle

6.9/10

Middle School in Milton · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Northside Intermediate

7.5/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Milton High

4.6/10

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About Milton Middle

Milton Middle is a public middle school in Milton, WI, part of Milton School District. Milton Middle serves approximately 504 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Milton Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #915 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Milton Middle show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.2% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+8.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.3 pts
Overall Proficiency65% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,045
Chronic Absenteeism17.3%

Milton Middle — Students at Milton Middle score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.5% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 51.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 32 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
86%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
36%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
39%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
39.6%
ELA
39.6%
2025
Math
63%
ELA
66.2%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Milton Middle Compares

See how Milton Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
57th percentile in WI
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

Location

20 E Madison Ave, Milton, WI 53563

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Milton Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Northside Intermediate (rated 7.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Marshall Middle (rated 5.8/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Janesville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Milton, see our Milton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Northside Intermediate Milton 0.2 mi 7.5
Milton High Milton 0.5 mi 4.6
East Elementary Milton 0.8 mi 6.4
West Elementary Milton 0.8 mi 8.4
Harmony Elementary Janesville 3.6 mi 8.6
ROCK PRAIRIE MONTESSORI Janesville 3.7 mi 8.3
Kennedy Elementary Janesville 5.1 mi 8.4
Harrison Elementary Janesville 6.2 mi 7.6
Jefferson Elementary Janesville 6.0 mi 7.3
Youth Services Center Janesville 5.3 mi
Marshall Middle Janesville 6.4 mi 5.8
Monroe Elementary Janesville 6.5 mi 8.4
Adams Elementary Janesville 6.8 mi 4.7
Consolidated Elementary Janesville 5.8 mi 8.2
ST MATTHEWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Janesville 6.9 mi 5.4
Craig High Janesville 7.3 mi 4.6
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Janesville 7.3 mi 7.2
Roosevelt Elementary Janesville 7.4 mi 8.4
OAKLAWN ACADEMY Edgerton 7.2 mi 5.2
ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL Janesville 7.7 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53563 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,397

Median Home Value

$270,800

Median Rent

$972/mo

Population

11,468

College Educated

31.3%

Homeownership

86.9%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Milton Middle

What grades does Milton Middle serve?

Milton Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Milton Middle?

Milton Middle has an enrollment of approximately 504 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Milton Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Milton Middle is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Milton Middle rank in WI?

Milton Middle ranks #915 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Milton Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Milton Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Milton Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Milton Middle has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Milton Middle a charter school?

No, Milton Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Milton Middle a Title I school?

No, Milton Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Milton Middle?

21.6% of students at Milton Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Rock County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

District

Milton School District
District Enrollment
3,451
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,045
District Rank
#5 of 7

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