Serving 800 students in grades 6-8, Westminster East Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 800 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westminster East Middle School's student population of 800 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
800 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Westminster East Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westminster East Middle School is 0.49, 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
#525 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
13%
23%
Black
9%
33%
White
70%
32%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
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 Westminster East Middle School's ranking?
Westminster East Middle School is ranked #525 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Westminster East Middle School often compared to?
Westminster East Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westminster West 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 25% MD state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Westminster East Middle School?
800 students attend Westminster East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Westminster East Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westminster East Middle School?
Westminster East Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westminster East Middle School offer ?
Westminster East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westminster East Middle School part of?
Westminster East Middle School is part of Carroll County School District.
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