Serving 932 students in grades 6-8, Monocacy 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 11% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 932 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monocacy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Monocacy Middle School's student population of 932 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
932 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Expecting Excellence Everywhere
School Rankings
Monocacy 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 Monocacy Middle School is 0.71, 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
#948 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
42%
23%
Black
25%
33%
White
22%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Monocacy Middle School's ranking?
Monocacy Middle School is ranked #948 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Monocacy Middle School often compared to?
Monocacy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walkersville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Monocacy Middle School?
932 students attend Monocacy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Monocacy Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monocacy Middle School?
Monocacy Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monocacy Middle School offer ?
Monocacy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Monocacy Middle School part of?
Monocacy Middle School is part of Frederick County School District.
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