For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 808 students in 20759, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20759, MD are Lime Kiln Middle School and Cedar Lane Special Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 20759 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20759, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).
Best 20759, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lime Kiln Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11650 Scaggsville Rd
Fulton, MD 20759
(410) 880-5988
Fulton, MD 20759
(410) 880-5988
Gr: 6-8 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Cedar Lane Special Center
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11630 Scaggsville Rd
Fulton, MD 20759
(410) 888-8800
Fulton, MD 20759
(410) 888-8800
Gr: PK-12 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 20759, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20759, MD include Lime Kiln Middle School and Cedar Lane Special Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 20759?
2 public middle schools are located in 20759.
What is the racial composition of students in 20759?
20759 public middle schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).
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