Serving 924 students in grades 6-8, Old Mill Middle North 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 12% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 924 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Old Mill Middle North's student population of 924 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
924 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
School Rankings
Old Mill Middle North ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old Mill Middle North is 0.70, 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
#852 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
17%
23%
Black
45%
33%
White
26%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Old Mill Middle North's ranking?
Old Mill Middle North is ranked #852 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Old Mill Middle North often compared to?
Old Mill Middle Northis often viewed alongside schools like Old Mill Middle South by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Old Mill Middle North?
924 students attend Old Mill Middle North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Old Mill Middle North students are Black, 26% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Old Mill Middle North?
Old Mill Middle North has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Old Mill Middle North offer ?
Old Mill Middle North offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Old Mill Middle North part of?
Old Mill Middle North is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
In what neighborhood is Old Mill Middle North located?
Old Mill Middle North is located in the South Gate neighborhood of Millersville, MD. There are 3 other public schools located in South Gate.
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