Serving 490 students in grades 6-8, Glenwood 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 26% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Glenwood Middle School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glenwood Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenwood Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#255 out of 1343 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
6%
33%
White
70%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenwood Middle School's ranking?
Glenwood Middle School is ranked #255 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Glenwood Middle School often compared to?
Glenwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Folly Quarter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Glenwood Middle School?
490 students attend Glenwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Glenwood Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenwood Middle School?
Glenwood Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenwood Middle School offer ?
Glenwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenwood Middle School part of?
Glenwood Middle School is part of Howard County Public Schools School District.
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