Serving 913 students in grades 6-8, Spring Ridge 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 24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 913 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Spring Ridge Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lexington Park, MD, covering approximately 385.3 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 25 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spring Ridge Middle School's student population of 913 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
913 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spring Ridge 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 Spring Ridge 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
#683 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
17%
24%
Black
36%
32%
White
32%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Spring Ridge Middle School is ranked #683 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Spring Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Spring Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Esperanza Middle School, Leonardtown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Spring Ridge Middle School?
913 students attend Spring Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Spring Ridge Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Ridge Middle School?
Spring Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spring Ridge Middle School offer ?
Spring Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spring Ridge Middle School part of?
Spring Ridge Middle School is part of St. Mary's County School District.
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