For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 778 students in 21286, MD.
The top ranked public middle school in 21286, MD is Loch Raven Technical Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 21286 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21286, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21286, MD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Loch Raven Technical Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8101 La Salle Rd
Towson, MD 21286
(443) 809-3518
Towson, MD 21286
(443) 809-3518
Grades: 6-8
| 778 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 21286, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 21286, MD include Loch Raven Technical Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 21286?
1 public middle schools are located in 21286.
What is the racial composition of students in 21286?
21286 public middle schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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