Serving 894 students in grades 6-8, Fallston Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 894 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fallston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fallston Middle School's student population of 894 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
894 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fallston Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fallston Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#343 out of 1343 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
4%
33%
White
85%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fallston Middle School's ranking?
Fallston Middle School is ranked #343 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Fallston Middle School often compared to?
Fallston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bel Air Middle School, Southampton Middle School, Patterson Mill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Fallston Middle School?
894 students attend Fallston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Fallston Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fallston Middle School?
Fallston Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fallston Middle School offer ?
Fallston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fallston Middle School part of?
Fallston Middle School is part of Harford County Public Schools School District.
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