Serving 244 students in grades 6-8, Westmar Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 10% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westmar Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Westmar Middle School's student population of 244 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Westmar Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westmar Middle School is 0.12, 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
#924 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
23%
Black
n/a
33%
White
94%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westmar Middle School's ranking?
Westmar Middle School is ranked #924 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Westmar Middle School often compared to?
Westmar Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Savage Middle School, Braddock Middle School, Perry Hall Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Westmar Middle School?
244 students attend Westmar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Westmar Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westmar Middle School?
Westmar Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westmar Middle School offer ?
Westmar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westmar Middle School part of?
Westmar Middle School is part of Allegany County School District.
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