Serving 969 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 33% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 25% 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: 969 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Leonardtown Middle serves the southwest part of Leonardtown, MD, covering an area of approximately 169.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the farthest reaches of the zone is about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge located 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leonardtown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Leonardtown Middle School's student population of 969 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
969 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Rankings
Leonardtown 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 Leonardtown Middle School is 0.42, 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
#385 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
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
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)26.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Leonardtown Middle School's ranking?
Leonardtown Middle School is ranked #385 out of 1,338 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Leonardtown Middle School?
969 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 17:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leonardtown Middle School part of?
Leonardtown Middle School is part of St. Mary's County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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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