For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,516 students in 21784, MD.
The top ranked public middle schools in 21784, MD are Sykesville Middle School and Oklahoma Road Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21784 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21784, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21784, MD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sykesville Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7301 Springfield Avenue
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3545
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3545
Grades: 6-8
| 758 students
Rank: #22.
Oklahoma Road Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6300 Oklahoma Road
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3600
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3600
Grades: 6-8
| 758 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 21784, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 21784, MD include Sykesville Middle School and Oklahoma Road Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21784?
2 public middle schools are located in 21784.
What is the racial composition of students in 21784?
21784 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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