Serving 513 students in grades 6-8, Shady Grove 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 44% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shady Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Shady Grove Middle School's student population of 513 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Rankings
Shady Grove 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 Shady Grove Middle School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#849 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
41%
23%
Black
20%
33%
White
21%
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
40%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Shady Grove Middle School's ranking?
Shady Grove Middle School is ranked #849 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Shady Grove Middle School often compared to?
Shady Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gaithersburg 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 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Shady Grove Middle School?
513 students attend Shady Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Shady Grove Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shady Grove Middle School?
Shady Grove Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shady Grove Middle School offer ?
Shady Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shady Grove Middle School part of?
Shady Grove Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
5 9/12/2012
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