Serving 671 students in grades 6-8, Milton M. Somers 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 22% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Milton M. Somers Middle School serves the eastern part of La Plata, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 109.5 square miles. The school typically draws students from within a 10-15 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 6.1 miles and the furthest edge reaching 13.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milton M. Somers Middle School's student population of 671 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
671 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Milton M. Somers 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 Milton M. Somers Middle School is 0.67, 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
#672 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
49%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
28%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milton M. Somers Middle School's ranking?
Milton M. Somers Middle School is ranked #672 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Milton M. Somers Middle School often compared to?
Milton M. Somers Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like General Smallwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Milton M. Somers Middle School?
671 students attend Milton M. Somers Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Milton M. Somers Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milton M. Somers Middle School?
Milton M. Somers Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Milton M. Somers Middle School offer ?
Milton M. Somers Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Milton M. Somers Middle School part of?
Milton M. Somers Middle School is part of Charles County School District.
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