Serving 1,034 students in grades 6-8, Urbana 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 35% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,034 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urbana Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Urbana Middle School's student population of 1,034 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,034 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Urbana 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 Urbana Middle School is 0.70, 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
#162 out of 1343 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
7%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
12%
33%
White
47%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
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: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urbana Middle School's ranking?
Urbana Middle School is ranked #162 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Urbana Middle School often compared to?
Urbana Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windsor Knolls Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Urbana Middle School?
1,034 students attend Urbana Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Urbana Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Urbana Middle School?
Urbana Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Urbana Middle School offer ?
Urbana Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Urbana Middle School part of?
Urbana Middle School is part of Frederick County Public Schools School District.
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