For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 724 students in Joppa, MD.
The top ranked public middle school in Joppa, MD is Magnolia Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Joppa, MD public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 3% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in Joppa have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Joppa, MD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Magnolia Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
299 Fort Hoyle Rd
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1525
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1525
Grades: 6-8
| 724 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Joppa, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in Joppa, MD include Magnolia Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Joppa?
1 public middle schools are located in Joppa.
What is the racial composition of students in Joppa?
Joppa public middle schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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