For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 842 students in 20872, MD.
The top ranked public middle school in 20872, MD is John T. Baker Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 20872 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20872, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20872, MD Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John T. Baker Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
25400 Oak Dr
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 207-2440
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 207-2440
Gr: 6-8 | 842 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 20872, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 20872, MD include John T. Baker Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20872?
1 public middle schools are located in 20872.
What is the racial composition of students in 20872?
20872 public middle schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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