For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,784 students in 21012, MD.
The top ranked public middle schools in 21012, MD are Magothy River Middle School, Severn River Middle School and Aacps Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21012 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21012, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21012, MD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Magothy River Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
241 Peninsula Farm Rd
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 544-0926
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 544-0926
Grades: 6-8
| 672 students
Rank: #22.
Severn River Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
241 Peninsula Farm Rd
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 544-0922
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 544-0922
Grades: 6-8
| 685 students
Rank: #33.
Aacps Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
241 Peninsula Farm Road
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 544-1082
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 544-1082
Grades: 3-12
| 427 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 21012, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 21012, MD include Magothy River Middle School, Severn River Middle School and Aacps Virtual Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 21012?
3 public middle schools are located in 21012.
What is the racial composition of students in 21012?
21012 public middle schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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