For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 521 students in 21788, MD.
The top ranked public middle school in 21788, MD is Thurmont Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 21788 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21788, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21788, MD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thurmont Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
408 E Main St
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-5100
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-5100
Gr: 6-8 | 521 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 21788, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 21788, MD include Thurmont Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21788?
1 public middle schools are located in 21788.
What is the racial composition of students in 21788?
21788 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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