For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 859 students in 20657, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20657, MD are Mill Creek Middle School and Southern Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 20657 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20657, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20657, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mill Creek Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12200 Southern Connector Blvd
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9190
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9190
Gr: 6-8 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Southern Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9615 H G Trueman Rd
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9250
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9250
Gr: 6-8 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
20657, Maryland 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
35 Appeal Lane
Lusby, MD 20657
(410) 535-7830
Lusby, MD 20657
(410) 535-7830
Gr: PK-2 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 20657, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20657, MD include Mill Creek Middle School and Southern Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20657?
2 public middle schools are located in 20657.
What is the racial composition of students in 20657?
20657 public middle schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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