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Milford Central Academy

1021 N Walnut Street, Milford, DE, 19963

About Milford Central Academy

Milford Central Academy is located at 600 Northwest Front Street in the downtown Milford area of Milford, Delaware, 19963, serving students from across the city and nearby neighborhoods. The school serves grades 6–8 and enrolls approximately 1,058 students. It maintains a student–teacher ratio of about 18:1. The school demonstrates proficiency outcomes in math at 18% and in reading at 30%, based on available academic indicators. The gender mix is close to 46% female and 54% male. The academy implements a targeted middle school model that combines academic structure with opportunities for students to develop independence and accountability. Residences near the school typically range from the mid-$250,000s to the low-$400,000s, offering families affordable housing alternatives with convenient pedestrian access to parks, local retailers, and community amenities. Caregivers frequently note that teachers maintain consistent expectations, communication remains reliable, and daily routines support students in staying organized and confident as academic demands escalate. With its ongoing focus on student development and stability, Milford Central Academy is striving to establish itself as one of the best middle schools in Delaware.

Milford Central Academy Contact Information

Address

1021 N Walnut Street, Milford, DE, 19963

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Phone

(302) 430-7900

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 18%
Reading 30%
State average proficiency is 18% in Math and 30% in Reading.
59
Full-time Teachers
18 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
24
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
1058
Total Students
$67814
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 72 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Milford Central Academy

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:45 AM - 2:50 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 46.69%
Asian 1.23%
Hispanic 22.4%
Black 25.52%
Two+ Races 3.78%
Native Am. 0.09%
White
46.69%
Asian
1.23%
Hispanic
22.4%
Black
25.52%
Two+ Races
3.78%
Native Am.
0.09%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1058
46.41%
491 Female
53.59%
567 Male

Student Population

1058 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

352 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

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Latest News

Milford Central Academy appointed a new head coach for its cross-country program in late 2025. Janin Rodriguez was named to the position as part of the school’s athletics leadership structure. The appointment established coaching oversight for the program ahead of future competitive seasons.

FAQ

Q1. What kind of mission or educational focus does Milford Central Academy have for students and their families?

Ans. Milford Central Academy's main goal is to give students a complete and personalized education in a safe, supportive, and academically challenging setting that helps them grow and do well.

Q2. What digital tools for learning and getting information are available for families at Milford Central Academy?

Ans. Milford Central Academy gives students and parents access to platforms like the Parent Portal, Schoology, and ClassLink to help with learning and communication.

Q3. What kinds of school calendar information does Milford Central Academy send to families?

Ans. Milford Central Academy puts out a school calendar that lists important dates, events, and activities planned for the whole school year.

Q4. How does Milford Central Academy keep parents and guardians up to date on what's going on at school?

Ans. Milford Central Academy uses the news and communication sections on its homepage to share news and announcements about the school.

Q5. What advice does Milford Central Academy give about attendance and scheduling?

Ans. Milford Central Academy explains how to handle attendance and what to expect from the daily schedule so that families know what to do and what their responsibilities are.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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