For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 244 students in 21539, MD.
The top ranked public middle school in 21539, MD is Westmar Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 21539 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21539, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21539, MD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westmar Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16915 Lower George's Creek Rd
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-5751
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-5751
Gr: 6-8 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
21539, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
16915 Lower George's Creek Rd
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-5751
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-5751
Gr: 9-12 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 463:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 21539, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 21539, MD include Westmar Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21539?
1 public middle schools are located in 21539.
What is the racial composition of students in 21539?
21539 public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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