Burleigh Manor Middle School

4200 Centennial Lane
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
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 (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 777 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : Top 10% in MD
  • : 63% (Top 10%)
  • : 73% (Top 10%)
  • : 67% (Top 5%)
  • 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
Reading/Language Arts 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)
Total Students
777 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Average Class Size
15 students

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.
This School
State Level (MD)
#85 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
63%
27%
73%
45%
67%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
45%
7%
Hispanic
8%
24%
Black
11%
32%
White
29%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.70
(22-23)
11.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
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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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 777 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 63% (Top 10%)
  • : 73% (Top 10%)
  • : 67% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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