Serving 427 students in grades 6-8, John H. Poole Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 23% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John H. Poole Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
John H. Poole Middle School's student population of 427 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John H. Poole Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John H. Poole Middle School is 0.59, 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
#255 out of 1343 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
7%
33%
White
61%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John H. Poole Middle School's ranking?
John H. Poole Middle School is ranked #255 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend John H. Poole Middle School?
427 students attend John H. Poole Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of John H. Poole Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John H. Poole Middle School?
John H. Poole Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does John H. Poole Middle School offer ?
John H. Poole Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is John H. Poole Middle School part of?
John H. Poole Middle School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools School District.
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