Glenwood Middle School is located in the western portion of Howard County, Maryland. It is built on land settled in the early 18th century by the Ridgley and Warfield families forming large slave plantations such as "Bushy Park", "Longwood", "Ellerslie" and others.
Serving 492 students in grades 6-8, Glenwood Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glenwood Middle School's student population of 492 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glenwood Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenwood Middle School is 0.50, 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
#163 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
7%
33%
White
69%
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
13%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cobra
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenwood Middle School's ranking?
Glenwood Middle School is ranked #163 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Glenwood Middle School often compared to?
Glenwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Folly Quarter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Glenwood Middle School?
492 students attend Glenwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Glenwood Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenwood Middle School?
Glenwood Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenwood Middle School offer ?
Glenwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glenwood Middle School part of?
Glenwood Middle School is part of Howard County School District.
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