For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 534 students in 21783, MD.
The top ranked public middle school in 21783, MD is Smithsburg Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 21783 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 17%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21783, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21783, MD Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Smithsburg Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
68 N Main St
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8353
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8353
Grades: 6-8
| 534 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 21783, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 21783, MD include Smithsburg Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21783?
1 public middle schools are located in 21783.
What is the racial composition of students in 21783?
21783 public middle schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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