Serving 685 students in grades 6-8, Severn River Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Severn River Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Severn River Middle School's student population of 685 students has declined by 8% 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
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Severn River Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Severn River Middle School is 0.51, 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
#363 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
15%
23%
Black
7%
33%
White
68%
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
16%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Severn River Middle School's ranking?
Severn River Middle School is ranked #363 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Severn River Middle School often compared to?
Severn River Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Magothy River Middle School, Severna Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Severn River Middle School?
685 students attend Severn River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Severn River Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Severn River Middle School?
Severn River Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Severn River Middle School offer ?
Severn River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Severn River Middle School part of?
Severn River Middle School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/26/2014
this school is big it is well attended they welcome you and when I first went to Windsor farm they were rude cause they didn't welcome me
5 1/5/2012
this school is the best middle school. i go here and their isnt alot of drama
2 12/6/2011
This school dosent look like the best middle school around
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