Serving 1,312 students in grades 6-8, Arundel Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 28% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Arundel Middle serves the northwest part of Odenton, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 12 square miles. Families typically experience a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arundel Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Arundel Middle School's student population of 1,312 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,312 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1961
School Rankings
Arundel Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arundel Middle School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#462 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
31%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
37%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arundel Middle School's ranking?
Arundel Middle School is ranked #462 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Arundel Middle School often compared to?
Arundel Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Arundel Middle School?
1,312 students attend Arundel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Arundel Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arundel Middle School?
Arundel Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arundel Middle School offer ?
Arundel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arundel Middle School part of?
Arundel Middle School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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