For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,784 students in 21012, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21012, MD are Magothy River Middle School, Severn River Middle School and Aacps Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21012 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21012, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21012, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Magothy River Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
241 Peninsula Farm Rd
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 544-0926
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 544-0926
Gr: 6-8 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Severn River Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
241 Peninsula Farm Rd
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 544-0922
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 544-0922
Gr: 6-8 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Aacps Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
241 Peninsula Farm Road
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 544-1082
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 544-1082
Gr: 3-12 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 21012, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21012, MD include Magothy River Middle School, Severn River Middle School and Aacps Virtual Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 21012?
3 public middle schools are located in 21012.
What is the racial composition of students in 21012?
21012 public middle schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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