Serving 523 students in grades 9-12, Milan High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Milan High School's student population of 523 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
523 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Milan High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milan High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#749 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
24%
20%
White
64%
57%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milan High School's ranking?
Milan High School is ranked #749 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Milan High School often compared to?
Milan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Gibson County High School, Bradford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milan High School?
The graduation rate of Milan High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Milan High School?
523 students attend Milan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Milan High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Milan High School offer ?
Milan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Milan High School part of?
Milan High School is part of Milan School District.
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