Middle Schools in Washington County Public Schools


Summary:

The Washington County Public Schools district in Maryland is home to 7 middle schools serving grades 6-8. These schools vary in their academic performance, student demographics, and resource allocation, with a few standouts leading the pack.

Among the top-performing middle schools in the district are Boonsboro Middle, Smithsburg Middle, and Clear Spring Middle. These schools consistently rank among the best in Maryland, with Boonsboro Middle and Smithsburg Middle earning 5-star ratings from SchoolDigger. They excel academically, with high proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics, and benefit from higher per-student spending compared to their peers.

In contrast, schools like Western Heights Middle and Springfield Middle have seen their statewide rankings decline in recent years, suggesting a need for improvement. Additionally, the data reveals racial disparities in academic performance, with more diverse schools generally underperforming their homogeneous counterparts. The district must address these inequities to ensure all students have access to a high-quality education.

District Detail

 10435 Downsville Pike
Hagerstown, MD 21740

 (301) 766-2800

SchoolDigger Rank:
12th of 25 Maryland districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 22,297

Primary Schools: 25
Middle Schools: 7
High Schools: 9
Alternative Schools: 1
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Maryland State Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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