Serving 745 students in grades 6-8, Northern Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Northern Middle serves the northwest part of Owings, MD, covering an area of approximately 44.6 square miles. Most students typically experience a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 6.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northern Middle School's student population of 745 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
745 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Northern Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Middle School is 0.46, 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
#274 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
9%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
72%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
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)9.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Northern Middle School's ranking?
Northern Middle School is ranked #274 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Northern Middle School often compared to?
Northern Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windy Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Northern Middle School?
745 students attend Northern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Northern Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Middle School?
Northern Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northern Middle School offer ?
Northern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northern Middle School part of?
Northern Middle School is part of Calvert County School District.
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