Serving 682 students in grades 6-8, William H. Farquhar 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 26% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 682 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: William H. Farquhar Middle serves the eastern part of its school district in Olney, MD, covering an area of approximately 23.2 square miles. Families typically find the school about 10-12 minutes away, with an average distance to the zone's edge of 3.4 miles and a maximum distance of 7.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William H. Farquhar Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
William H. Farquhar Middle School's student population of 682 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
682 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1968
School Rankings
William H. Farquhar 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 William H. Farquhar Middle School is 0.77, which is more 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
#479 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
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)6.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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
Sports
Colors
Blue, Yellow, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William H. Farquhar Middle School's ranking?
William H. Farquhar Middle School is ranked #479 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend William H. Farquhar Middle School?
682 students attend William H. Farquhar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of William H. Farquhar Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William H. Farquhar Middle School?
William H. Farquhar Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does William H. Farquhar Middle School offer ?
William H. Farquhar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William H. Farquhar Middle School part of?
William H. Farquhar Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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