Serving 990 students in grades 6-8, Leonardtown 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 22% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 990 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leonardtown Middle School's student population of 990 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
990 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leonardtown Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leonardtown Middle School is 0.42, which is less 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
#344 out of 1343 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
9%
33%
White
75%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leonardtown Middle School's ranking?
Leonardtown Middle School is ranked #344 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Leonardtown Middle School often compared to?
Leonardtown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Esperanza Middle School, Spring Ridge Middle School, Margaret Brent Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Leonardtown Middle School?
990 students attend Leonardtown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Leonardtown Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leonardtown Middle School?
Leonardtown Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leonardtown Middle School offer ?
Leonardtown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Leonardtown Middle School part of?
Leonardtown Middle School is part of St. Mary''s County Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 1/17/2015
I am 11 years old and am in 6 grade so far I have learned so much I came to Lms not knowing how to multiply or divide fractions and by the end of 2nd quarter I know how to I have ms Peterson in language and she is awesome so is ms cortines in science is so much fun but the best teacher in my opinion is ms lathroum she has fold outs for notes and helps you as much as she can she is the best 6th grade teacher in my eyes.
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