Serving 950 students in grades 6-8, Francis Scott Key Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 950 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Francis Scott Key Middle serves the southeastern area of Silver Spring, MD, covering approximately 8.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Francis Scott Key Middle School's student population of 950 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
950 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
When you are an EAGLE, the sky is the limit!
School Rankings
Francis Scott Key Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francis Scott Key Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1109 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-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 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francis Scott Key Middle School's ranking?
Francis Scott Key Middle School is ranked #1109 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Francis Scott Key Middle School?
950 students attend Francis Scott Key Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Francis Scott Key Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francis Scott Key Middle School?
Francis Scott Key Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Francis Scott Key Middle School offer ?
Francis Scott Key Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Francis Scott Key Middle School part of?
Francis Scott Key Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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