Serving 855 students in grades 6-8, Rosa M. Parks 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 20% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 855 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rosa M. Parks Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rosa M. Parks Middle School's student population of 855 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Dolphin
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
855 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1992
School Colors
Grey, Teal
School Rankings
Rosa M. Parks 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 Rosa M. Parks Middle School is 0.67, 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
#518 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
15%
23%
Black
15%
33%
White
53%
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
13%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Rosa M. Parks Middle School's ranking?
Rosa M. Parks Middle School is ranked #518 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Rosa M. Parks Middle School often compared to?
Rosa M. Parks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Takoma Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Rosa M. Parks Middle School?
855 students attend Rosa M. Parks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Rosa M. Parks Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rosa M. Parks Middle School?
Rosa M. Parks Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rosa M. Parks Middle School offer ?
Rosa M. Parks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rosa M. Parks Middle School part of?
Rosa M. Parks Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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