Serving 1,152 students in grades 6-8, North Bethesda Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 46% 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: 1,152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Bethesda Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Bethesda Middle School's student population of 1,152 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Bethesda 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 North Bethesda Middle School is 0.66, 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
#140 out of 1343 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
11%
33%
White
54%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 North Bethesda Middle School's ranking?
North Bethesda Middle School is ranked #140 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are North Bethesda Middle School often compared to?
North Bethesda Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tilden Middle School, Thomas W. Pyle Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend North Bethesda Middle School?
1,152 students attend North Bethesda Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of North Bethesda Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Bethesda Middle School?
North Bethesda Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Bethesda Middle School offer ?
North Bethesda Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Bethesda Middle School part of?
North Bethesda Middle School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools School District.
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