Serving 428 students in grades 6-8, Oakland Mills 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 16% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- 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
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Oakland Mills Middle School's student population of 428 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Oakland Mills Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakland Mills 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
#807 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
32%
23%
Black
32%
33%
White
24%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland Mills Middle School's ranking?
Oakland Mills Middle School is ranked #807 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Oakland Mills Middle School?
428 students attend Oakland Mills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Oakland Mills Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakland Mills Middle School?
Oakland Mills Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakland Mills Middle School part of?
Oakland Mills Middle School is part of Howard County 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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