Serving 1,015 students in grades 6-8, Silver Spring International 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 16% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,015 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Silver Spring International Middle serves the southeast part of Silver Spring, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silver Spring International Middle School's student population of 1,015 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,015 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1934
School Calendar
School Rankings
Silver Spring International 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 Silver Spring International Middle School is 0.70, 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
#733 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
44%
24%
Black
21%
32%
White
26%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Spring International Middle School's ranking?
Silver Spring International Middle School is ranked #733 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Silver Spring International Middle School often compared to?
Silver Spring International Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern Middle School, Takoma Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Silver Spring International Middle School?
1,015 students attend Silver Spring International Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Silver Spring International Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Spring International Middle School?
Silver Spring International Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Silver Spring International Middle School offer ?
Silver Spring International Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Silver Spring International Middle School part of?
Silver Spring International Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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