For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 645 students in 21787, MD.
The top ranked public middle school in 21787, MD is Northwest Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 21787 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21787, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21787, MD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwest Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
99 Kings Drive
Taneytown, MD 21787
(410) 751-3270
Taneytown, MD 21787
(410) 751-3270
Gr: 6-8 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 21787, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 21787, MD include Northwest Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21787?
1 public middle schools are located in 21787.
What is the racial composition of students in 21787?
21787 public middle schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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