Serving 861 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 27% (which is equal to the Maryland state average of 27%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 861 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Hereford Middle serves the northern part of its school district in Monkton, MD, covering an area of approximately 183.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest points in the zone located about 12.4 miles from the school.
- 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 861 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
861 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Hereford Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 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
#352 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)15.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White, and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hereford Middle School's ranking?
Hereford Middle School is ranked #352 out of 1,338 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
861 students attend Hereford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hereford Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hereford Middle School?
Hereford Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, 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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