Serving 676 students in grades 6-8, New Market Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: New Market Middle serves the eastern part of New Market, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 74.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 12.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Market Middle School's student population of 676 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
676 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Positive Experiences + High Expectations = Excellence for All
School Rankings
New Market Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Market Middle School is 0.42, 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
#421 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
11%
24%
Black
4%
32%
White
75%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Market Middle School's ranking?
New Market Middle School is ranked #421 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are New Market Middle School often compared to?
New Market Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakdale Middle School, Windsor Knolls Middle School, Urbana Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend New Market Middle School?
676 students attend New Market Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of New Market Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Market Middle School?
New Market Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Market Middle School offer ?
New Market Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Market Middle School part of?
New Market Middle School is part of Frederick County School District.
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