Serving 570 students in grades 6-8, Hammond Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 58% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority 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: 570 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hammond Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hammond Middle School's student population of 570 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hammond Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hammond Middle School is 0.73, 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
#442 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
28%
33%
White
41%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hammond Middle School's ranking?
Hammond Middle School is ranked #442 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hammond Middle School often compared to?
Hammond Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murray Hill 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 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Hammond Middle School?
570 students attend Hammond Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Hammond Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hammond Middle School?
Hammond Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hammond Middle School offer ?
Hammond Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hammond Middle School part of?
Hammond Middle School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Hammond Middle School located?
Hammond Middle School is located in the Kings Contrivance neighborhood of Laurel, MD. There are 3 other public schools located in Kings Contrivance.
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