Ridgely Middle School is a Blue Ribbon-award-winning middle school that serves students in sixth through eighth grades as part of the Baltimore County Public Schools. This school serves students coming from elementary schools in Lutherville, Timonium, Hampton and Ruxton-Riderwood, Maryland.
Serving 1,039 students in grades 6-8, Ridgely Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 40% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,039 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Ridgely Middle serves the southeast part of Lutherville Timonium, MD, covering an area of approximately 38.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 8.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgely Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ridgely Middle School's student population of 1,039 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,039 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Ridgely Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgely Middle School is 0.60, 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
#308 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
7%
Hispanic
8%
24%
Black
10%
32%
White
60%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Deer, Stags
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgely Middle School's ranking?
Ridgely Middle School is ranked #308 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Ridgely Middle School often compared to?
Ridgely Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dumbarton Middle School, Cockeysville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Ridgely Middle School?
1,039 students attend Ridgely Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Ridgely Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridgely Middle School?
Ridgely Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ridgely Middle School offer ?
Ridgely Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ridgely Middle School part of?
Ridgely Middle School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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