Serving 177 students in grades 6-8, Booker T. Washington Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 177 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Booker T. Washington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Booker T. Washington Middle School's student population of 177 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
177 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Booker T. Washington Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Booker T. Washington Middle School is 0.04, 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
#1298 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
23%
Black
98%
33%
White
1%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Booker T. Washington Middle School's ranking?
Booker T. Washington Middle School is ranked #1298 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Booker T. Washington Middle School?
177 students attend Booker T. Washington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Booker T. Washington Middle School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Booker T. Washington Middle School?
Booker T. Washington Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Booker T. Washington Middle School offer ?
Booker T. Washington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Booker T. Washington Middle School part of?
Booker T. Washington Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Booker T. Washington Middle School located?
Booker T. Washington Middle School is located in the Madison Park neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Madison Park.
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