Serving 840 students in grades 6-8, Patuxent Valley 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 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 840 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Patuxent Valley Middle serves the southeast part of Jessup, MD, covering an area of approximately 7.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the school, extending up to 3.2 miles from the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Patuxent Valley Middle School's student population of 840 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
840 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Patuxent Valley 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 Patuxent Valley Middle School is 0.73, 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
#733 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
44%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Bulldog Strong
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patuxent Valley Middle School's ranking?
Patuxent Valley Middle School is ranked #733 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Patuxent Valley Middle School often compared to?
Patuxent Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Ridge Elementary 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 27% MD state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Patuxent Valley Middle School?
840 students attend Patuxent Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Patuxent Valley Middle School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patuxent Valley Middle School?
Patuxent Valley Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patuxent Valley Middle School offer ?
Patuxent Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Patuxent Valley Middle School part of?
Patuxent Valley Middle School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Patuxent Valley Middle School located?
Patuxent Valley Middle School is located in the Savage neighborhood of Jessup, MD.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The Patuxent Valley Middle School has a wide variety of programs that students could enter to express themselves in a school appropiate/academic way.The Bullying level is very low because often parents participate in bullying programs.Bathrooms,lockers,and water fountains are very clean,and very huge.Their lunch is fantastic and the teachers are very nice.I give this school a 10/10
5 10/10/2025
The staff is devoted to help out new students a good school overall...!
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