For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,087 students in 21044, MD.
The top ranked public middle schools in 21044, MD are Wilde Lake Middle School and Harpers Choice Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21044 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21044, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21044, MD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wilde Lake Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10481 Cross Fox Ln
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6957
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6957
Grades: 6-8
| 618 students
Rank: #22.
Harpers Choice Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5450 Beaverkill Rd
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6929
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6929
Grades: 6-8
| 469 students
21044, Maryland 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
10960 Grantchester Way
Columbia, MD 21044
(800) 382-6010
Columbia, MD 21044
(800) 382-6010
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 21044, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 21044, MD include Wilde Lake Middle School and Harpers Choice Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21044?
2 public middle schools are located in 21044.
What is the racial composition of students in 21044?
21044 public middle schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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