Serving 578 students in grades 6-8, Piccowaxen 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 22% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Piccowaxen Middle School serves the southern part of Newburg, MD, covering an area of approximately 199.6 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.9 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 13.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Piccowaxen Middle School's student population of 578 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
578 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1977
School Motto
Strong Instruction, Strong Relationships, and Strong Classroom Management
School Rankings
Piccowaxen 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 Piccowaxen Middle School is 0.59, 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
#556 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
8%
24%
Black
20%
32%
White
60%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piccowaxen Middle School's ranking?
Piccowaxen Middle School is ranked #556 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Piccowaxen Middle School often compared to?
Piccowaxen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milton M. Somers Middle School, General Smallwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Piccowaxen Middle School?
578 students attend Piccowaxen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Piccowaxen Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Piccowaxen Middle School?
Piccowaxen Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Piccowaxen Middle School offer ?
Piccowaxen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Piccowaxen Middle School part of?
Piccowaxen Middle School is part of Charles County School District.
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