Serving 697 students in grades 6-8, Meade Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meade Middle serves the northwest part of Fort George G Meade, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 11.4 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meade Middle School's student population of 697 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
697 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meade Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meade Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1268 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Asian
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
53%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
32%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meade Middle School's ranking?
Meade Middle School is ranked #1268 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Meade Middle School often compared to?
Meade Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Macarthur Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Meade Middle School?
697 students attend Meade Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Meade Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meade Middle School?
Meade Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meade Middle School offer ?
Meade Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meade Middle School part of?
Meade Middle School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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