Serving 623 students in grades 6-8, Dunloggin Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (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 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% 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: 623 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dunloggin Middle serves the eastern part of Ellicott City, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance from the zone edge being about 3.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunloggin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dunloggin Middle School's student population of 623 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
623 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Dunloggin Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunloggin Middle School is 0.75, which is more 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
#315 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
33%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunloggin Middle School's ranking?
Dunloggin Middle School is ranked #315 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Dunloggin Middle School often compared to?
Dunloggin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burleigh Manor Middle School, Ellicott Mills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% 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 Dunloggin Middle School?
623 students attend Dunloggin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Dunloggin Middle School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunloggin Middle School?
Dunloggin Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dunloggin Middle School offer ?
Dunloggin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dunloggin Middle School part of?
Dunloggin Middle School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Dunloggin Middle School located?
Dunloggin Middle School is located in the Dunloggin neighborhood of Ellicott City, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Dunloggin.
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