Serving 1,185 students in grades 6-8, Parkland 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 14% (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 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Parkland Middle attendance zone is located in the southeast part of Rockville, MD, covering approximately 2 square miles. Most families within the zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkland Middle School's student population of 1,185 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,185 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Whatever it Takes!
School Rankings
Parkland 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 Parkland Middle School is 0.61, 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
#833 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkland Middle School's ranking?
Parkland Middle School is ranked #833 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Parkland Middle School often compared to?
Parkland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Argyle Middle School, A. Mario Loiederman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% 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 Parkland Middle School?
1,185 students attend Parkland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Parkland Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkland Middle School?
Parkland Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parkland Middle School offer ?
Parkland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parkland Middle School part of?
Parkland Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
This school is dry. It is very boring and has no fun events.
5 10/10/2025
This school is very nice, the teachers are very sweet and know what they are doing; the school is a very nice place in general. If you're a 5th grader and one of your options for middle school is parkland, I recommend it.
5 10/10/2025
School is great highly recommend. It it was amazing teachers are never mad and always helpful. When you really need it highly recommend it for everyone good student not bad student.
5 10/10/2025
Great school, with great teachers, and a great principal! Most people who work there are just awesome. They reach out to you to help you solve the problem willing to listen. I highly recommend them.
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