For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 843 students in 20794, MD.
The top-ranked public middle school in 20794, MD is Patuxent Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 20794 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20794, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 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 20794, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Patuxent Valley Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9151 Vollmerhausen Rd
Jessup, MD 20794
(410) 880-5840
Jessup, MD 20794
(410) 880-5840
Gr: 6-8 | 843 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 20794, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20794, MD include Patuxent Valley Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20794?
1 public middle schools are located in 20794.
What is the racial composition of students in 20794?
20794 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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