Serving 1,352 students in grades 6-8, Julius West 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 23% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Julius West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Julius West Middle School's student population of 1,352 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Julius West 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 Julius West Middle School is 0.77, which is more 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
#290 out of 1343 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
16%
7%
Hispanic
29%
21%
Black
16%
33%
White
32%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Julius West Middle School's ranking?
Julius West Middle School is ranked #290 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Julius West Middle School?
1,352 students attend Julius West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Julius West Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Julius West Middle School?
Julius West Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Julius West Middle School offer ?
Julius West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Julius West Middle School part of?
Julius West Middle School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools School District.
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