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#740 of 1,363 schools in MD
A. Mario Loiederman Middle
Middle School · Montgomery County Public Schools
12701 Goodhill Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20906
Enrollment
981
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
981
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#740 of 1,363
In Silver Spring
#36 of 53
public schools
In district
#160 of 206
Montgomery County Public Schools
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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A. Mario Loiederman Middle
Middle School in Silver Spring · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About A. Mario Loiederman Middle
A. Mario Loiederman Middle is a public middle school in Silver Spring, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. A.
Mario Loiederman Middle serves approximately 981 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. A. Mario Loiederman Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #740 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for A. Mario Loiederman Middle show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- MD avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at A. Mario Loiederman Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
35% of students at A. Mario Loiederman Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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A. Mario Loiederman Middle — Students at A. Mario Loiederman Middle score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How A. Mario Loiederman Middle Compares
See how A. Mario Loiederman Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
12701 Goodhill Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20906
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A. Mario Loiederman Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Newport Mill Middle (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Kensington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Parkland Middle (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Rockville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Silver Spring, see our Silver Spring schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Weller Road Elementary Silver Spring | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Wheaton High Silver Spring | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Sargent Shriver Elementary Silver Spring | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Harmony Hills Elementary Silver Spring | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Georgian Forest Elementary Silver Spring | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Highland Elementary Silver Spring | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Wheaton Woods Elementary Rockville | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Strathmore Elementary Silver Spring | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Viers Mill Elementary Silver Spring | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Bel Pre Elementary Silver Spring | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| ROCK CREEK MONTESSORI SCHL Silver Spring | 1.6 mi | — |
| Newport Mill Middle Kensington | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| ST JUDE REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rockville | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| CROSSWAY COMMUNITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kensington | 1.7 mi | — |
| Albert Einstein High Kensington | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Rock View Elementary Kensington | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| BARRIE SCHOOL Silver Spring | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| THE WINCHESTER SCHOOL Silver Spring | 1.9 mi | — |
| Brookhaven Elementary Rockville | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Parkland Middle Rockville | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20906 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,964
Median Home Value
$440,600
Median Rent
$1,945/mo
Population
71,216
College Educated
42.4%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
40
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|---|---|
| Briggs Chaney Middle Silver Spring, MD | 6.1 |
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| Thomas Johnson Middle Lanham, MD | 6.1 |
| Catonsville Middle Catonsville, MD | 6.0 |
| Old Mill Middle North Millersville, MD | 6.0 |
| Plum Point Middle Huntingtown, MD | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A. Mario Loiederman Middle
What grades does A. Mario Loiederman Middle serve?
A. Mario Loiederman Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend A. Mario Loiederman Middle?
A. Mario Loiederman Middle has an enrollment of approximately 981 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A. Mario Loiederman Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at A. Mario Loiederman Middle is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A. Mario Loiederman Middle rank in MD?
A. Mario Loiederman Middle ranks #740 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is A. Mario Loiederman Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
A. Mario Loiederman Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A. Mario Loiederman Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A. Mario Loiederman Middle has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is A. Mario Loiederman Middle a charter school?
No, A. Mario Loiederman Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A. Mario Loiederman Middle a Title I school?
No, A. Mario Loiederman Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A. Mario Loiederman Middle?
53.1% of students at A. Mario Loiederman Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 981
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 74
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (240) 740-5830
Resources & Links
District
Montgomery County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 160,223
- Schools in District
- 211
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,456
- District Rank
- #160 of 206
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