Serving 1,058 students in grades 6-8, Aberdeen 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 5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,058 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aberdeen Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Aberdeen Middle School's student population of 1,058 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,058 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Eagles Always SOAR!
School Rankings
Aberdeen Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aberdeen Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1220 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
13%
23%
Black
47%
33%
White
29%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aberdeen Middle School's ranking?
Aberdeen Middle School is ranked #1220 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Aberdeen Middle School often compared to?
Aberdeen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Havre De Grace Middle School, Magnolia Middle School, Bel Air Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Aberdeen Middle School?
1,058 students attend Aberdeen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Aberdeen Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aberdeen Middle School?
Aberdeen Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aberdeen Middle School offer ?
Aberdeen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Aberdeen Middle School part of?
Aberdeen Middle School is part of Harford County School District.
School Reviews
1 3/16/2020
They are a bad school; they suspended people for reasons that aren't even serious like my friends where sent to is for talking too loud and one there a crumb at someone and the 8th-grade principal was going to suspend them but a lunch lady got them out of it
5 3/19/2015
Excellent school indeed, most students are light skinned and that means its safe (no racial comment to be offended by)
I am current student and I love it the education is great and organizes you depending on your current PARC testing grades
5 3/19/2015
I can't believe all the reviews, and neither should you. I have seven children (yes seven children) and two attend Cces about to got to ams, the other five attend ams, now let me tell you about it, they have excellent teachers except one who is very lazy, I'm not saying names but she's very lazy.
My only concern is that its crowded, the race over there is mainly white, the fights are quite limited, if you want you should set up a tour (I'm not sure if that's still possible; safety reasoning) the lack of cleanliness was taken care of back in December, the new principal is a go getter and will work with your child if they have learning problems.
If you don't believe me about how good the education is, watch the grading system online, its a safe school overall, they do lockdown drills, but they don't tell you if its real or not so everyone can be quiet, I do volunteer and the kids with learning problems are a tad bit out of hand and that's okay because the teachers always grab their attention back fast.
I'd give this school a 9/10 rating mainly because the sign out system needs to be improved.
Thank you for reading thru my review I hope you will let your child go here and watch them excel.
5 1/17/2015
This school is amazing!!! They have different classes here depending on your test scores from elementary, the school is safe, trust me it is, if consider looking around the school or something because they've got great education
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