Serving 839 students in grades 6-8, Westland Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 839 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Westland Middle serves the southeast part of Bethesda, MD, covering an area of approximately 10.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 2.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Westland Middle School's student population of 839 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
839 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
School Motto
To develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.
School Rankings
Westland Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westland Middle School is 0.69, 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
#231 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westland Middle School's ranking?
Westland Middle School is ranked #231 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Westland Middle School often compared to?
Westland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas W. Pyle Middle School, Silver Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Westland Middle School?
839 students attend Westland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Westland Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westland Middle School?
Westland Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westland Middle School offer ?
Westland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westland Middle School part of?
Westland Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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