Serving 661 students in grades 6-8, Boonsboro 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 37% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boonsboro Middle School's student population of 661 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Boonsboro Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boonsboro Middle School is 0.27, 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
#306 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
4%
33%
White
85%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Boonsboro Middle School's ranking?
Boonsboro Middle School is ranked #306 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Boonsboro Middle School often compared to?
Boonsboro Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E. Russell Hicks Middle School, Springfield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Boonsboro Middle School?
661 students attend Boonsboro Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Boonsboro Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boonsboro Middle School?
Boonsboro Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Boonsboro Middle School offer ?
Boonsboro Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Boonsboro Middle School part of?
Boonsboro Middle School is part of Washington County School District.
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