For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,196 students in Milford, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Milford, IA are Okoboji Middle School, Okoboji Elementary School and Okoboji High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Milford, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Milford have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Milford, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Okoboji Middle School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1800 6th Street
Milford, IA 51351
(712) 338-4757
Milford, IA 51351
(712) 338-4757
Gr: 5-8 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Okoboji Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
705 N Ave
Milford, IA 51351
(712) 338-2458
Milford, IA 51351
(712) 338-2458
Gr: PK-4 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Okoboji High School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
901 H. Ave.
Milford, IA 51351
(712) 338-2446
Milford, IA 51351
(712) 338-2446
Gr: 9-12 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Milford, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Milford, IA include Okoboji Middle School, Okoboji Elementary School and Okoboji High School.
How many public schools are located in Milford?
3 public schools are located in Milford.
What is the racial composition of students in Milford?
Milford public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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