Serving 675 students in grades 6-8, Lime Kiln Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than 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 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Lime Kiln Middle serves the southern part of Fulton, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 24.6 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lime Kiln Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lime Kiln Middle School's student population of 675 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
675 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To meet the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social needs of middle school students in a vibrant learning community that values responsibility, organization, academic excellence, and respect in order to prepare students to thrive in a dynamic world.
School Rankings
Lime Kiln Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lime Kiln Middle School is 0.73, 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
#129 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
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)
65%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
31%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 25-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 Lime Kiln Middle School's ranking?
Lime Kiln Middle School is ranked #129 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Lime Kiln Middle School often compared to?
Lime Kiln Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarksville Middle School, Hammond Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% 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 Lime Kiln Middle School?
675 students attend Lime Kiln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Lime Kiln Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lime Kiln Middle School?
Lime Kiln Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lime Kiln Middle School offer ?
Lime Kiln Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lime Kiln Middle School part of?
Lime Kiln Middle School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Lime Kiln Middle School located?
Lime Kiln Middle School is located in the Maple Lawn neighborhood of Fulton, MD. There are 3 other public schools located in Maple Lawn.
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