Serving 643 students in grades 6-8, Lime Kiln Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lime Kiln 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
Diversity
School Overview
Lime Kiln Middle School's student population of 643 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
643 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lime Kiln Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lime Kiln 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
#162 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
28%
7%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
17%
33%
White
40%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
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 Lime Kiln Middle School's ranking?
Lime Kiln Middle School is ranked #162 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Lime Kiln Middle School often compared to?
Lime Kiln Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarksville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Lime Kiln Middle School?
643 students attend Lime Kiln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Lime Kiln Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lime Kiln Middle School?
Lime Kiln Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lime Kiln Middle School offer ?
Lime Kiln Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lime Kiln Middle School part of?
Lime Kiln Middle School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Lime Kiln Middle School located?
Lime Kiln Middle School is located in the Maple Lawn neighborhood of Fulton, MD. There are 3 other public schools located in Maple Lawn.
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