Serving 663 students in grades 6-8, Patapsco Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 26% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Patapsco Middle School's student population of 663 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
663 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Patapsco Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,343 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 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#255 out of 1343 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
34%
7%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
13%
33%
White
38%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patapsco Middle School's ranking?
Patapsco Middle School is ranked #255 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Patapsco Middle School?
663 students attend Patapsco Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Patapsco Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patapsco Middle School offer ?
Patapsco Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Patapsco Middle School part of?
Patapsco Middle School is part of Howard County Public Schools School District.
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