Serving 776 students in grades 6-8, Burleigh Manor Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 776 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burleigh Manor Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burleigh Manor Middle School's student population of 776 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
776 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Burleigh Manor Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burleigh Manor Middle School is 0.70, 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
#85 out of 1347 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
25%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
36%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
44%
7%

Hispanic
6%
23%

Black
12%
33%

White
31%
32%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
44%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%

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 Burleigh Manor Middle School's ranking?
Burleigh Manor Middle School is ranked #85 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Burleigh Manor Middle School often compared to?
Burleigh Manor Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ellicott Mills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Burleigh Manor Middle School?
776 students attend Burleigh Manor Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Burleigh Manor Middle School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burleigh Manor Middle School?
Burleigh Manor Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burleigh Manor Middle School offer ?
Burleigh Manor Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Burleigh Manor Middle School part of?
Burleigh Manor Middle School is part of Howard County School District.
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