Serving 758 students in grades 6-8, Sykesville Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 758 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sykesville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sykesville Middle School's student population of 758 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
758 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sykesville Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sykesville Middle School is 0.45, 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
#325 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
6%
33%
White
73%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sykesville Middle School's ranking?
Sykesville Middle School is ranked #325 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Sykesville Middle School often compared to?
Sykesville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oklahoma Road Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Sykesville Middle School?
758 students attend Sykesville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Sykesville Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sykesville Middle School?
Sykesville Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sykesville Middle School offer ?
Sykesville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sykesville Middle School part of?
Sykesville Middle School is part of Carroll County School District.
School Reviews
5 2/28/2020
It's a very good school! They encourage you to try your best and they try to make it a positive environment. The teachers are wonderful and all the students are responsible, respectful and kind to each other. I loved Sykesville Middle School.
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