Serving 645 students in grades 6-8, Northwest 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 16% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest Middle School's student population of 645 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwest 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 Northwest Middle School is 0.40, 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
#790 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
9%
33%
White
77%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Northwest Middle School's ranking?
Northwest Middle School is ranked #790 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Northwest Middle School often compared to?
Northwest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westminster East Middle School, Taneytown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Northwest Middle School?
645 students attend Northwest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Northwest Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Middle School?
Northwest Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwest Middle School offer ?
Northwest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwest Middle School part of?
Northwest Middle School is part of Carroll County School District.
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