Serving 301 students in grades 6-8, Clear Spring 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 34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Clear Spring Middle serves the northwest part of its school district in Clear Spring, MD, covering an area of approximately 104 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 10.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clear Spring Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clear Spring Middle School's student population of 301 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
301 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Clear Spring 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 Clear Spring Middle School is 0.24, 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
#404 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)24.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Clear Spring Middle School's ranking?
Clear Spring Middle School is ranked #404 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Clear Spring Middle School often compared to?
Clear Spring Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boonsboro Middle School, Springfield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Clear Spring Middle School?
301 students attend Clear Spring Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Clear Spring Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clear Spring Middle School?
Clear Spring Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clear Spring Middle School offer ?
Clear Spring Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clear Spring Middle School part of?
Clear Spring Middle School is part of Washington County School District.
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