Serving 615 students in grades 6-8, Piccowaxen Middle School ranks in the top 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 21% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Piccowaxen Middle School's student population of 615 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
615 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Piccowaxen Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Piccowaxen Middle School is 0.58, 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
#562 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
17%
33%
White
61%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Piccowaxen Middle School's ranking?
Piccowaxen Middle School is ranked #562 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Piccowaxen Middle School often compared to?
Piccowaxen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milton M. Somers Middle School, General Smallwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Piccowaxen Middle School?
615 students attend Piccowaxen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Piccowaxen Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Piccowaxen Middle School?
Piccowaxen Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Piccowaxen Middle School offer ?
Piccowaxen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Piccowaxen Middle School part of?
Piccowaxen Middle School is part of Charles County School District.
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