Serving 1,582 students in grades 6-8, Perry Hall Middle School ranks in the top 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 19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Perry Hall Middle serves the eastern part of Nottingham, MD, covering approximately 43 square miles. Families typically drive about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 7.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Perry Hall Middle School's student population of 1,582 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,582 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Perry Hall Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Hall 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
#620 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
21%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)27.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Red, and Grey
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Hall Middle School's ranking?
Perry Hall Middle School is ranked #620 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Perry Hall Middle School often compared to?
Perry Hall Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Grove Middle School, Parkville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Perry Hall Middle School?
1,582 students attend Perry Hall Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Perry Hall Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 21% of students are Asian, 5% 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 Perry Hall Middle School?
Perry Hall Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Perry Hall Middle School offer ?
Perry Hall Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Perry Hall Middle School part of?
Perry Hall Middle School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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