Serving 467 students in grades 6-8, John Poole Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: John H. Poole Middle serves the west part of Poolesville, MD, covering an attendance area of approximately 107.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 10.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Poole Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
John Poole Middle School's student population of 467 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
467 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1997
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Rankings
John Poole 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 John Poole Middle School is 0.62, 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
#253 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
16%
24%
Black
8%
32%
White
58%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Timberwolf
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Poole Middle School's ranking?
John Poole Middle School is ranked #253 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are John Poole Middle School often compared to?
John Poole Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John T. Baker Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend John Poole Middle School?
467 students attend John Poole Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of John Poole Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Poole Middle School?
John Poole Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does John Poole Middle School offer ?
John Poole Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Poole Middle School part of?
John Poole Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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