Serving 812 students in grades 6-8, Windsor Knolls Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 45% (which is higher 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 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 812 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Windsor Knolls Middle serves the southeast part of Ijamsville, MD, covering an area of approximately 41.6 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.9 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 12.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Windsor Knolls Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Windsor Knolls Middle School's student population of 812 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
812 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Your Best at WKMS!
School Rankings
Windsor Knolls Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Windsor Knolls Middle School is 0.63, 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
#296 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
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)
55%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-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 Windsor Knolls Middle School's ranking?
Windsor Knolls Middle School is ranked #296 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Windsor Knolls Middle School often compared to?
Windsor Knolls Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Urbana Middle School, New Market Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% 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 Windsor Knolls Middle School?
812 students attend Windsor Knolls Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Windsor Knolls Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Windsor Knolls Middle School?
Windsor Knolls Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Windsor Knolls Middle School offer ?
Windsor Knolls Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Windsor Knolls Middle School part of?
Windsor Knolls Middle School is part of Frederick County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I justed started at WKMS. It's WAY better then my other school. We have dances, and we get to go to florida. All the teachers are helpful and nice.
They all are kinds of Extracurricluar activities, like DI, Stock Market, and Debate Clubs. I love the sports we do in Gym.
Almost all the parents know what is going on, since there is a school newspaper once a weeek.
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