Serving 1,007 students in grades 6-8, Fallston 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 28% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,007 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fallston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fallston Middle School's student population of 1,007 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,007 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fallston 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 Fallston Middle School is 0.31, 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
#400 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
4%
33%
White
83%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fallston Middle School's ranking?
Fallston Middle School is ranked #400 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Fallston Middle School often compared to?
Fallston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bel Air Middle School, Southampton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Fallston Middle School?
1,007 students attend Fallston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Fallston Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fallston Middle School?
Fallston Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fallston Middle School offer ?
Fallston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fallston Middle School part of?
Fallston Middle School is part of Harford County School District.
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