Serving 758 students in grades 6-8, Thomas Viaduct 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 19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 758 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thomas Viaduct serves the southeast part of Hanover, MD, covering an area of approximately 10.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Viaduct Middle School's student population of 758 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
758 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2015
School Calendar
School Motto
Success for Every Student
School Rankings
Thomas Viaduct 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 Thomas Viaduct Middle School is 0.72, 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
#834 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
44%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Viaduct Middle School's ranking?
Thomas Viaduct Middle School is ranked #834 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Thomas Viaduct Middle School often compared to?
Thomas Viaduct Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elkridge Landing Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Thomas Viaduct Middle School?
758 students attend Thomas Viaduct Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Thomas Viaduct Middle School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Viaduct Middle School?
Thomas Viaduct Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas Viaduct Middle School offer ?
Thomas Viaduct Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas Viaduct Middle School part of?
Thomas Viaduct Middle School is part of Howard County School District.
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