Serving 767 students in grades 6-8, Patterson Mill 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 26% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Patterson Mill Middle School's student population of 767 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
767 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Patterson Mill 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 Patterson Mill Middle School is 0.48, 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
#512 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
9%
33%
White
71%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patterson Mill Middle School's ranking?
Patterson Mill Middle School is ranked #512 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Patterson Mill Middle School often compared to?
Patterson Mill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bel Air Middle School, Southampton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Patterson Mill Middle School?
767 students attend Patterson Mill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Patterson Mill Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patterson Mill Middle School?
Patterson Mill Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patterson Mill Middle School offer ?
Patterson Mill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Patterson Mill Middle School part of?
Patterson Mill Middle School is part of Harford County School District.
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