Serving 707 students in grades 6-8, New Market Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 707 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Market Middle School's student population of 707 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
707 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
New Market 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 New Market Middle School is 0.44, 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
#431 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
4%
33%
White
74%
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
14%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 New Market Middle School's ranking?
New Market Middle School is ranked #431 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are New Market Middle School often compared to?
New Market Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakdale Middle School, Windsor Knolls Middle School, Urbana Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend New Market Middle School?
707 students attend New Market Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of New Market Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Market Middle School?
New Market Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Market Middle School offer ?
New Market Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Market Middle School part of?
New Market Middle School is part of Frederick County School District.
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