For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,841 students in 20715, MD.
The top ranked public middle schools in 20715, MD are Samuel Ogle Middle School and Benjamin Tasker Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 20715 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20715, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20715, MD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Samuel Ogle Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4111 Chelmont Ln
Bowie, MD 20715
(301) 805-2641
Bowie, MD 20715
(301) 805-2641
Grades: 6-8
| 783 students
Rank: #22.
Benjamin Tasker Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4901 Collington Rd
Bowie, MD 20715
(301) 805-2660
Bowie, MD 20715
(301) 805-2660
Grades: 6-8
| 1,058 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 20715, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 20715, MD include Samuel Ogle Middle School and Benjamin Tasker Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20715?
2 public middle schools are located in 20715.
What is the racial composition of students in 20715?
20715 public middle schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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