Serving 777 students in grades 6-8, Burleigh Manor Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 777 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Burleigh Manor Middle School serves the eastern part of Ellicott City, MD, covering an area of approximately 10.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burleigh Manor Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burleigh Manor Middle School's student population of 777 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
777 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Burleigh Manor Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burleigh Manor Middle School is 0.70, 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
#85 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
45%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burleigh Manor Middle School's ranking?
Burleigh Manor Middle School is ranked #85 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Burleigh Manor Middle School often compared to?
Burleigh Manor Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ellicott Mills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Burleigh Manor Middle School?
777 students attend Burleigh Manor Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Burleigh Manor Middle School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burleigh Manor Middle School?
Burleigh Manor Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burleigh Manor Middle School offer ?
Burleigh Manor Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burleigh Manor Middle School part of?
Burleigh Manor Middle School is part of Howard County School District.
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