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2 schools in Milton

Washington · Public K-12

Looking for a public school in Milton? The city has 2 K-12 options totaling roughly 1,119 students (1 elementary and 1 middle).

7-year change in Milton

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,119
-696 (-38%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
-1 (-33%) vs SY 2017-18
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Discovery Primary SchoolElementaryPK-02506
Surprise Lake Middle SchoolMiddle06-07613

About Milton

Across Milton, Washington, 2 public schools instructs about 1,119 students between them.

For a sense of the school types, the city comprises 1 elementary, and 1 middle.

Schools in Milton average about 560 students each, 26% noticeably above the Washington norm.

Trend over the past 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Milton has shrank 38% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 1,815 students to 1,119. Milton now counts 2 public schools, down from 3 in SY 2017-18.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Milton discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Milton?
Milton, Washington has 2 public K-12 schools serving approximately 1,119 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Milton?
Milton has 1 elementary, 1 middle public schools.
What is the largest public school in Milton?
Surprise Lake Middle School is the largest public school in Milton by enrollment, with approximately 613 students.
What school districts serve Milton?
Milton public schools are operated by Fife School District.
What grade levels do public schools in Milton cover?
Public schools in Milton serve students from pre-K through grade 7.