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#249 of 635 schools in WV

Top 39% in state

Milton Middle School

Middle School · CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS

1 Panther Trl, Milton, WV 25541

Enrollment

570

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

6.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#249 of 635

In Milton

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#12 of 25

CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Milton Middle School

6.9/10

Middle School in Milton · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Milton Elementary School

7.1/10

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5.8/10

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About Milton Middle School

Milton Middle School is a public middle school in Milton, WV, part of CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS. Milton Middle School serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Milton Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #249 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Milton Middle School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • WV avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.2Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.7% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.6% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+6.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.2 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,473
Chronic Absenteeism27.7%

Milton Middle School — Students at Milton Middle School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
32.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 49.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.6% (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
44%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
26%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
34%
2019
Math
34%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
39%
ELA
53%
2024
Math
42.7%
ELA
50%
2025
Math
37.7%
ELA
53.6%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Milton Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
61th percentile in WV
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.7%

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

1 Panther Trl, Milton, WV 25541

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Milton Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hurricane Middle (rated 7.3/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Hurricane), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Barboursville Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Barboursville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Milton, see our Milton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Milton Elementary School Milton 0.8 mi 7.1
Cabell Midland High School Ona 3.1 mi 5.8
Ona Elementary School Ona 3.6 mi 8.6
MOUNTAIN STATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Culloden 4.6 mi 5.2
Culloden Elementary School Culloden 5.0 mi 9.1
Nichols Elementary School Barboursville 5.7 mi 5.9
Hurricane Town Elementary Hurricane 6.6 mi 8.4
Conner Street Elementary Hurricane 7.0 mi 6.9
Hurricane Middle Hurricane 7.2 mi 7.3
Salt Rock Elementary School Salt Rock 8.9 mi 6.5
Hurricane High School Hurricane 7.9 mi 7.1
Lakeside Elementary Hurricane 8.0 mi 5.0
Martha Elementary School Barboursville 8.4 mi 9.3
Barboursville Middle School Barboursville 8.1 mi 6.9
Village Of Barboursville Elementary Sch Barboursville 8.1 mi 6.4
West Hamlin Elementary West Hamlin 10.2 mi 5.9
Hannan Junior/Senior High School Ashton 9.9 mi 4.7
Cox Landing Elementary School Lesage 8.6 mi 7.6
Lincoln County High School Hamlin 11.3 mi 4.2
Hamlin Pk-8 Hamlin 11.3 mi 7.6

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

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Barboursville Middle School Barboursville, WV 6.9
Man Middle School Mallory, WV 6.9
Park Middle School Beckley, WV 6.9
Weir Middle School Weirton, WV 6.9
Blennerhassett Middle School Parkersburg, WV 6.8
Du Pont Middle School Belle, WV 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Milton Middle School

What grades does Milton Middle School serve?

Milton Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Milton Middle School?

Milton Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Milton Middle School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Milton Middle School rank in WV?

Milton Middle School ranks #249 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Milton Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Milton Middle School 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Milton Middle School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Milton Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Milton Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Cabell County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.7%

District

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

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