Southampton Middle School

1200 Moores Mill Rd
Bel Air, MD 21014
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 1,194 students in grades 6-8, Southampton 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 32% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,194 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 30% in MD
  • : 32% (Top 50%)
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • : 58% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Southampton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

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School Overview

Southampton Middle School's student population of 1,194 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers

School Rankings

Southampton Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southampton Middle School is 0.43, 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.
This School
State Level (MD)
#341 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
32%
25%
62%
45%
58%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
8%
33%
White
75%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.43
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Southampton Middle School's ranking?
Southampton Middle School is ranked #341 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Southampton Middle School often compared to?
Southampton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patterson Mill Middle School, Fallston Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Southampton Middle School?
1,194 students attend Southampton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Southampton Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southampton Middle School?
Southampton Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southampton Middle School offer ?
Southampton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southampton Middle School part of?
Southampton Middle School is part of Harford County School District.

School Reviews

5   11/15/2012
This school has after school clubs great teachers and facilities.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - cummi

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,194 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 32% (Top 50%)
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • : 58% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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