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Very Good

#219 of 635 schools in WV

Top 34% in state

Milton Elementary School

Elementary School · CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS

1201 Pike St, Milton, WV 25541

Enrollment

559

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#219 of 635

In Milton

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#10 of 25

CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS

Equity

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Milton Elementary School

7.1/10

Elementary School in Milton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Milton Elementary School

Milton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Milton, WV, part of CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS. Milton Elementary School serves approximately 559 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Milton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #219 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Milton Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Milton Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.1% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.2% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-2.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.9 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+6.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,473
Chronic Absenteeism31.1%

Milton Elementary School — Students at Milton Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 41.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 37 test records from WV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
47%
ELA
36%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
49%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
41%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
27%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
51%
2019
Math
51%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
40%
ELA
38%
2024
Math
50.8%
ELA
46.4%
2025
Math
51.1%
ELA
50.2%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Milton Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
66th percentile in WV
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
5.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

1201 Pike St, Milton, WV 25541

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Milton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Martha Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Barboursville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Culloden Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Culloden), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ona Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Ona), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milton, see our Milton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Milton Middle School Milton 0.8 mi 6.9
MOUNTAIN STATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Culloden 3.8 mi 5.2
Cabell Midland High School Ona 3.9 mi 5.8
Culloden Elementary School Culloden 4.2 mi 9.1
Ona Elementary School Ona 4.4 mi 8.6
Hurricane Town Elementary Hurricane 5.8 mi 8.4
Conner Street Elementary Hurricane 6.2 mi 6.9
Hurricane Middle Hurricane 6.4 mi 7.3
Nichols Elementary School Barboursville 6.5 mi 5.9
Hurricane High School Hurricane 7.1 mi 7.1
Lakeside Elementary Hurricane 7.2 mi 5.0
Salt Rock Elementary School Salt Rock 9.3 mi 6.5
Hannan Junior/Senior High School Ashton 9.6 mi 4.7
West Hamlin Elementary West Hamlin 10.4 mi 5.9
Martha Elementary School Barboursville 9.1 mi 9.3
CALVARY BAPTIST ACADEMY Hurricane 8.8 mi 5.0
Barboursville Middle School Barboursville 8.9 mi 6.9
Hamlin Pk-8 Hamlin 11.1 mi 7.6
Lincoln County High School Hamlin 11.2 mi 4.2
Village Of Barboursville Elementary Sch Barboursville 8.9 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25541 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,818

Median Home Value

$177,400

Median Rent

$896/mo

Population

9,360

College Educated

23.5%

Homeownership

81.9%

Avg Commute

27.5 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

51.2

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Big Elm Elementary School Shinnston, WV 7.0
Johnson Elementary School Bridgeport, WV 7.0
Princeton Primary School Princeton, WV 7.0
Simpson Elementary School Bridgeport, WV 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Milton Elementary School

What grades does Milton Elementary School serve?

Milton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Milton Elementary School?

Milton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 559 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Milton Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Milton Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Milton Elementary School rank in WV?

Milton Elementary School ranks #219 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Milton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Milton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Milton Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Milton Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Milton Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Milton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Cabell County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.1%

District

CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
11,449
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,473
District Rank
#10 of 25

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