Serving 792 students in grades 6-8, Neelsville Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neelsville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Neelsville Middle School's student population of 792 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
792 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Neelsville Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neelsville Middle School is 0.69, 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
#830 out of 1343 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
47%
21%
Black
27%
33%
White
8%
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
51%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Neelsville Middle School's ranking?
Neelsville Middle School is ranked #830 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Neelsville Middle School?
792 students attend Neelsville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Neelsville Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Neelsville Middle School?
Neelsville Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Neelsville Middle School offer ?
Neelsville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Neelsville Middle School part of?
Neelsville Middle School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
4 3/26/2020
This is my first year and there had been some ups and downs with drama and fight but besides that the teachers are very caring and kind and they are working on renovating the school cause it's very old.
2 5/11/2009
The academics are very weak because they have a lot of very new teachers, who don't know what they're doing, or very old teachers, who are just waiting it out until they retire. They have an excellent Band & Chorus staff who put on concerts twice a year. The new drama teacher this year is outstanding! He is inspiring to all of the students and really works hard with them so they put on an amazing performance. This school has not even met the State's minimum score requirements on either the Math or Reading tests for the last several years. There is absolutely zero parent involvement. Because of that the teachers act like drill sargents by yelling and ordering students around. If your child has a problem, don't bother going to the teacher or principal, they always blame the child. Even if you pester the principal often enough to finally get her involved, she takes months to address the problem. My child was a happy, hardworking student who is above grade level in Math & Reading. After less than one year at this school she hates going to school and hates her teachers.
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