Serving 857 students in grades 6-8, Thomas Viaduct ranks in the top 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 11% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 857 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Viaduct ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Thomas Viaduct's student population of 857 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
857 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thomas Viaduct ranks within the top 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Viaduct is 0.71, 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
#565 out of 1343 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
7%
Hispanic
20%
21%
Black
47%
33%
White
12%
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
32%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Viaduct's ranking?
Thomas Viaduct is ranked #565 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Thomas Viaduct often compared to?
Thomas Viaductis often viewed alongside schools like Elkridge Landing Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Thomas Viaduct?
857 students attend Thomas Viaduct.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Thomas Viaduct students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Viaduct?
Thomas Viaduct has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas Viaduct offer ?
Thomas Viaduct offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Viaduct part of?
Thomas Viaduct is part of Howard County Public Schools School District.
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