Serving 721 students in grades 6-8, Ellicott Mills Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 44% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellicott Mills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Ellicott Mills Middle School's student population of 721 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
721 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1940
School Calendar
School Motto
To make great things happen
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Ellicott Mills 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 Ellicott Mills Middle School is 0.71, 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
#214 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
40%
7%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
17%
33%
White
31%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellicott Mills Middle School's ranking?
Ellicott Mills Middle School is ranked #214 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Ellicott Mills Middle School often compared to?
Ellicott Mills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burleigh Manor Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Ellicott Mills Middle School?
721 students attend Ellicott Mills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Ellicott Mills Middle School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ellicott Mills Middle School?
Ellicott Mills Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ellicott Mills Middle School offer ?
Ellicott Mills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ellicott Mills Middle School part of?
Ellicott Mills Middle School is part of Howard County School District.
School Reviews
5 2/7/2022
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