Serving 604 students in grades 6-8, Hammond 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 34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hammond Middle School serves the southeastern part of Laurel, MD, covering an area of approximately 7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hammond Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hammond Middle School's student population of 604 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
604 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hammond Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hammond Middle School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#406 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Hammond Middle School's ranking?
Hammond Middle School is ranked #406 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hammond Middle School often compared to?
Hammond Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murray Hill Middle School, Lime Kiln Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Hammond Middle School?
604 students attend Hammond Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Hammond Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hammond Middle School?
Hammond Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hammond Middle School offer ?
Hammond Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hammond Middle School part of?
Hammond Middle School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Hammond Middle School located?
Hammond Middle School is located in the Kings Contrivance neighborhood of Laurel, MD. There are 3 other public schools located in Kings Contrivance.
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