Serving 669 students in grades 6-8, Windy Hill Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 32% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Windy Hill Middle serves the northern part of Owings, MD, covering an area of approximately 24 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 2.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 6.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Windy Hill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Windy Hill Middle School's student population of 669 students has declined by 10% 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
669 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Rankings
Windy Hill 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 Windy Hill Middle School is 0.56, 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
#320 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
14%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
64%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Windy Hill Middle School's ranking?
Windy Hill Middle School is ranked #320 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Windy Hill Middle School often compared to?
Windy Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calvert Middle School, Plum Point Middle School, Northern Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Windy Hill Middle School?
669 students attend Windy Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Windy Hill Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Windy Hill Middle School?
Windy Hill Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Windy Hill Middle School offer ?
Windy Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Windy Hill Middle School part of?
Windy Hill Middle School is part of Calvert County School District.
In what neighborhood is Windy Hill Middle School located?
Windy Hill Middle School is located in the South Gate neighborhood of Owings, MD.
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