For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 914 students in 20646, MD.
The top-ranked public middle school in 20646, MD is Milton M. Somers Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 20646 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20646, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).
Best 20646, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Milton M. Somers Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 Willow Lane
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-4663
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-4663
Gr: 6-8 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
Phoenix International School Of The Arts
Charter School
95 Catalpa Dr
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 202-4159
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 202-4159
Gr: 6-8 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 20646, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20646, MD include Milton M. Somers Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20646?
2 public middle schools are located in 20646.
What is the racial composition of students in 20646?
20646 public middle schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).
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