Best Public Middle Schools in La Plata, MD (2025-26)

Best La Plata Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 826 students in La Plata, MD.

The top ranked public middle school in La Plata, MD is Milton M. Somers Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

La Plata, MD public middle schools have an score of 22% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in La Plata have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 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 La Plata, MD (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Milton M. Somers Middle School

(Math: 22% | Reading: 45%)
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Bottom 50%

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300 Willow Lane
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-4663

Gr: 6-8 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%

Rank: n/an/a

Phoenix International School Of The Arts

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95 Catalpa Dr
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 202-4159

Gr: 6-8 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in La Plata, MD?

The top ranked public middle schools in La Plata, MD include Milton M. Somers Middle School.

How many public middle schools are located in La Plata?

2 public middle schools are located in La Plata.

What is the racial composition of students in La Plata?

La Plata 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).