Serving 1,163 students in grades 6-8, North Bethesda 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 46% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,163 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Bethesda 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
North Bethesda Middle School's student population of 1,163 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
School Rankings
North Bethesda Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Bethesda Middle School is 0.69, 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
#155 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
16%
23%
Black
14%
33%
White
50%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 North Bethesda Middle School's ranking?
North Bethesda Middle School is ranked #155 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are North Bethesda Middle School often compared to?
North Bethesda Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas W. Pyle Middle School, Tilden Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend North Bethesda Middle School?
1,163 students attend North Bethesda Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of North Bethesda Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Bethesda Middle School?
North Bethesda Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Bethesda Middle School offer ?
North Bethesda Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Bethesda Middle School part of?
North Bethesda Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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