Serving 577 students in grades 6-8, Washington 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 17% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Middle serves the eastern part of Cumberland, MD, covering an attendance area of approximately 277.6 square miles, where students typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.4 miles to the edge of the zone. The furthest edge of the zone is about 23.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Middle School's student population of 577 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
577 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Washington 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 Washington Middle School is 0.35, 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
#850 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
8%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
80%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Middle School's ranking?
Washington Middle School is ranked #850 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Washington Middle School often compared to?
Washington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Braddock Middle School, Mount Savage Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Washington Middle School?
577 students attend Washington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Washington Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Middle School?
Washington Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Middle School offer ?
Washington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington Middle School part of?
Washington Middle School is part of Allegany County School District.
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