Serving 643 students in grades 6-8, Wilde Lake Middle School ranks in the top 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 22% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilde Lake Middle serves the southeast part of Columbia, MD, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilde Lake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Wilde Lake Middle School's student population of 643 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
643 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Celebrating our diversity and the development of student and staff strengths.
School Rankings
Wilde Lake Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilde Lake Middle School is 0.70, 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
#561 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
43%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)31.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Wilde Lake Middle School's ranking?
Wilde Lake Middle School is ranked #561 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Wilde Lake Middle School often compared to?
Wilde Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harpers Choice Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Wilde Lake Middle School?
643 students attend Wilde Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Wilde Lake Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilde Lake Middle School?
Wilde Lake Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilde Lake Middle School offer ?
Wilde Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilde Lake Middle School part of?
Wilde Lake Middle School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilde Lake Middle School located?
Wilde Lake Middle School is located in the Wilde Lake neighborhood of Columbia, MD. There are 3 other public schools located in Wilde Lake.
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