Serving 841 students in grades 6-8, Northern 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 19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than 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 60% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 841 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Northern Middle serves the northeast part of Hagerstown, MD, covering an attendance area of approximately 16.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 4.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northern Middle School's student population of 841 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
841 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Cultivating learning communities that spark curiosity, ignite creativity, and inspire success.
School Rankings
Northern 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 Northern Middle School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#780 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
22%
24%
Black
22%
32%
White
40%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
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 #780 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Northern Middle School often compared to?
Northern Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Heights Middle School, Springfield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Northern Middle School?
841 students attend Northern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Northern Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Middle School?
Northern Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to 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 Washington County School District.
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