Serving 805 students in grades 6-8, Walkersville 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 22% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 805 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walkersville Middle School's student population of 805 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
805 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walkersville 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 Walkersville Middle School is 0.59, 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
#639 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
15%
23%
Black
14%
33%
White
61%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Walkersville Middle School's ranking?
Walkersville Middle School is ranked #639 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Walkersville Middle School often compared to?
Walkersville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monocacy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Walkersville Middle School?
805 students attend Walkersville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Walkersville Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walkersville Middle School?
Walkersville Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walkersville Middle School offer ?
Walkersville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Walkersville Middle School part of?
Walkersville Middle School is part of Frederick County School District.
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