Serving 589 students in grades 6-8, Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 15% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is equal to the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle School's student population of 589 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle School is 0.74, which is more 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
#545 out of 1343 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
24%
21%
Black
21%
33%
White
39%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle School's ranking?
Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle School is ranked #545 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle School often compared to?
Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakdale Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle School?
589 students attend Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle School?
Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle School offer ?
Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle School part of?
Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle School is part of Frederick County Public Schools School District.
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