Serving 983 students in grades 6-8, Cabin John Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 983 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Cabin John Middle School serves the southern part of Potomac, MD, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 10.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the edge of the zone takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest distance reaching up to 6.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cabin John 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
Cabin John Middle School's student population of 983 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
983 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1967
School Rankings
Cabin John Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cabin John Middle School is 0.73, 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
#141 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
34%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-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 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cj The Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cabin John Middle School's ranking?
Cabin John Middle School is ranked #141 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Cabin John Middle School often compared to?
Cabin John Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herbert Hoover Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Cabin John Middle School?
983 students attend Cabin John Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Cabin John Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cabin John Middle School?
Cabin John Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cabin John Middle School offer ?
Cabin John Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cabin John Middle School part of?
Cabin John Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
It is a good school, but it lacks discipline and teaching students of the real world. The punishments aren't as dire as they should be, which won't end up teaching the student right from wrong. The school's students apparently love talking about inappropriate topics.
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