Serving 514 students in grades 6-8, Shady 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 10% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower 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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shady Grove Middle serves the eastern part of Gaithersburg, MD, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Most students live within a 1.3-mile distance from the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.3 miles away, resulting in typical drive times of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shady Grove Middle School's student population of 514 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
514 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Motto
Give your best everyday and your best will come back to you!
School Rankings
Shady 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 Shady Grove 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
#849 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Timberwolf
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shady Grove Middle School's ranking?
Shady Grove Middle School is ranked #849 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Shady Grove Middle School often compared to?
Shady Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gaithersburg Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Shady Grove Middle School?
514 students attend Shady Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Shady Grove Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shady Grove Middle School?
Shady Grove Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shady Grove Middle School offer ?
Shady Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shady Grove Middle School part of?
Shady Grove Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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