Serving 950 students in grades 6-8, Middle River Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 950 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Middle River Middle School's student population of 950 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
950 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Rankings
Middle River Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle River Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1224 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
15%
23%
Black
44%
33%
White
29%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle River Middle School's ranking?
Middle River Middle School is ranked #1224 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Middle River Middle School often compared to?
Middle River Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stemmers Run Middle School, Parkville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Middle River Middle School?
950 students attend Middle River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Middle River Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle River Middle School?
Middle River Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Middle River Middle School offer ?
Middle River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middle River Middle School part of?
Middle River Middle School is part of Baltimore County 51爆料s.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
I love this school. They treat there students like they are their own kids. love MRMS.
1 10/10/2025
The School is just horrible I go there, and it's hell.
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