Serving 862 students in grades 6-8, Hereford Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 30% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 862 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hereford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hereford Middle School's student population of 862 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
862 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Hereford Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hereford Middle School is 0.24, 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
#285 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
2%
33%
White
87%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hereford Middle School's ranking?
Hereford Middle School is ranked #285 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hereford Middle School often compared to?
Hereford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgely Middle School, Sparks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Hereford Middle School?
862 students attend Hereford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hereford Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hereford Middle School?
Hereford Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hereford Middle School offer ?
Hereford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hereford Middle School part of?
Hereford Middle School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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