For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 841 students in 21742, MD.
The top-ranked public middle school in 21742, MD is Northern Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 21742 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21742, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).
Best 21742, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northern Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
701 Northern Ave
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8258
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8258
Gr: 6-8 | 841 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
21742, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
11402 Robinwood Dr
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 791-4332
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 791-4332
Gr: PK | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 21742, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21742, MD include Northern Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21742?
1 public middle schools are located in 21742.
What is the racial composition of students in 21742?
21742 public middle schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).
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