Serving 638 students in grades 6-8, Patapsco Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patapsco Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Patapsco Middle School's student population of 638 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Patapsco Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patapsco Middle School is 0.72, 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
#323 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
37%
7%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
11%
33%
White
36%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Patapsco Middle School's ranking?
Patapsco Middle School is ranked #323 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Patapsco Middle School often compared to?
Patapsco Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burleigh Manor Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Patapsco Middle School?
638 students attend Patapsco Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Patapsco Middle School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patapsco Middle School?
Patapsco Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patapsco Middle School offer ?
Patapsco Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Patapsco Middle School part of?
Patapsco Middle School is part of Howard County School District.
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