Serving 804 students in grades 6-8, Pine Grove 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 13% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 66% 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: 804 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pine Grove Middle serves the eastern part of Parkville, MD, covering an area of approximately 14.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pine Grove Middle School's student population of 804 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
804 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pine Grove 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 Pine Grove Middle School is 0.67, 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
#846 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
8%
24%
Black
45%
32%
White
34%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Grove Middle School's ranking?
Pine Grove Middle School is ranked #846 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Pine Grove Middle School often compared to?
Pine Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perry Hall Middle School, Parkville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Pine Grove Middle School?
804 students attend Pine Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Pine Grove Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Grove Middle School?
Pine Grove Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pine Grove Middle School offer ?
Pine Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pine Grove Middle School part of?
Pine Grove Middle School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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