Serving 494 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Glenwood Middle serves the northwest part of Glenwood, MD, covering an area of approximately 61.7 square miles. The average drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest boundary located 9.3 miles away.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glenwood Middle School's student population of 494 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
494 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1967
School Rankings
Glenwood 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 Glenwood Middle School is 0.52, 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
#163 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
6%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
68%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #163 out of 1,338 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Glenwood Middle School?
494 students attend Glenwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Glenwood Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% 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 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenwood Middle School offer ?
Glenwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glenwood Middle School part of?
Glenwood Middle School is part of Howard County School District.
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