Serving 1,068 students in grades 6-8, Fallston Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 36% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,068 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Fallston Middle School serves the southwest part of Fallston, MD, covering an area of approximately 51 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fallston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fallston Middle School's student population of 1,068 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,068 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fallston 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 Fallston Middle School is 0.29, 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
#339 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Fallston Middle School's ranking?
Fallston Middle School is ranked #339 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Fallston Middle School often compared to?
Fallston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bel Air Middle School, Southampton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Fallston Middle School?
1,068 students attend Fallston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Fallston Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fallston Middle School?
Fallston Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fallston Middle School offer ?
Fallston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fallston Middle School part of?
Fallston Middle School is part of Harford County School District.
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