Serving 476 students in grades 6-8, Oakland Mills Middle School ranks in the top 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 13% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakland Mills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Oakland Mills Middle School's student population of 476 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakland Mills Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakland Mills Middle School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#507 out of 1343 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
26%
21%
Black
36%
33%
White
22%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland Mills Middle School's ranking?
Oakland Mills Middle School is ranked #507 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Oakland Mills Middle School often compared to?
Oakland Mills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Elkhorn Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Oakland Mills Middle School?
476 students attend Oakland Mills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Oakland Mills Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakland Mills Middle School?
Oakland Mills Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakland Mills Middle School offer ?
Oakland Mills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakland Mills Middle School part of?
Oakland Mills Middle School is part of Howard County Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakland Mills Middle School located?
Oakland Mills Middle School is located in the Oakland Mills neighborhood of Columbia, MD. There are 4 other public schools located in Oakland Mills.
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