Serving 618 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 16% (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 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- 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
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Wilde Lake Middle School's student population of 618 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Wilde Lake 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 Wilde Lake Middle School is 0.71, 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
#642 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
43%
33%
White
29%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Wilde Lake Middle School's ranking?
Wilde Lake Middle School is ranked #642 out of 1,347 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?
16% 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 Wilde Lake Middle School?
618 students attend Wilde Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Wilde Lake Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilde Lake Middle School?
Wilde Lake Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, 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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