Serving 719 students in grades 6-8, Windsor Knolls 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 54% (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 35% 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: 719 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Windsor Knolls Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Windsor Knolls Middle School's student population of 719 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Windsor Knolls 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 Windsor Knolls Middle School is 0.55, 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
#288 out of 1343 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
7%
33%
White
65%
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
9%
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 Windsor Knolls Middle School's ranking?
Windsor Knolls Middle School is ranked #288 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Windsor Knolls Middle School often compared to?
Windsor Knolls Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Urbana Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Windsor Knolls Middle School?
719 students attend Windsor Knolls Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Windsor Knolls Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Windsor Knolls Middle School?
Windsor Knolls Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Windsor Knolls Middle School offer ?
Windsor Knolls Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Windsor Knolls Middle School part of?
Windsor Knolls Middle School is part of Frederick County Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 9/22/2006
I justed started at WKMS. It's WAY better then my other school. We have dances, and we get to go to florida. All the teachers are helpful and nice.
They all are kinds of Extracurricluar activities, like DI, Stock Market, and Debate Clubs. I love the sports we do in Gym.
Almost all the parents know what is going on, since there is a school newspaper once a weeek.
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