Best Schools in Fort Meade, Maryland
2 schools · 2 Middle
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Meade Middle
Middle · Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Macarthur Middle
Middle · Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Income
$102,886
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Income
$102,886
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Fort Meade
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Meade Middle | 5.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Macarthur Middle | 5.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $102,886
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 47%
- Avg commute
- 19 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 1%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Fort Meade compares
Median household income
$103k
93% of Maryland median
About Schools in Fort Meade, Maryland
Fort Meade, Maryland is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 middle schools.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Fort Meade show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Fort Meade is Meade Middle with a composite score of 5.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fort Meade is served by 1 school district: Anne Arundel County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 84,346 students.
Fort Meade's community shows 47% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $102,886. The poverty rate in the area is 4.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 779 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 |
| 2 | 842 students · 6th–8th | 5.5 |
Schools in Fort Meade
Fort Meade, Maryland · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$102,886
Median Rent
$2,380/mo
Population
10,477
College Educated
47%
Homeownership
1%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Community Profile
Fort Meade has a median household income of $102,886. It is a well-educated community where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The local poverty rate of 4.5% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Maryland
- Middle
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Fort Meade, Maryland
How many schools are in Fort Meade, Maryland?
Fort Meade has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fort Meade, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fort Meade is 5.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Fort Meade, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Fort Meade on MySchoolScout is Meade Middle with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Fort Meade, Maryland?
The top-ranked middle school in Fort Meade on MySchoolScout is Meade Middle with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Fort Meade, Maryland?
Fort Meade is served by 1 school district: Anne Arundel County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Fort Meade, Maryland?
According to Census data, 47% of adults in Fort Meade have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fort Meade, Maryland?
The median household income in Fort Meade is approximately $102,886 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fort Meade, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fort Meade is 13.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fort Meade, Maryland?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Maryland Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.