Serving 792 students in grades 6-8, Ballenger Creek 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 17% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ballenger Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ballenger Creek Middle School's student population of 792 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
792 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Ballenger Creek Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ballenger Creek Middle School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#681 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
26%
23%
Black
20%
33%
White
38%
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
26%
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 Ballenger Creek Middle School's ranking?
Ballenger Creek Middle School is ranked #681 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Ballenger Creek Middle School often compared to?
Ballenger Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Ballenger Creek Middle School?
792 students attend Ballenger Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Ballenger Creek Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ballenger Creek Middle School?
Ballenger Creek Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ballenger Creek Middle School offer ?
Ballenger Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ballenger Creek Middle School part of?
Ballenger Creek Middle School is part of Frederick County School District.
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