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Aberdeen Middle
Middle School · Harford County Public Schools
111 Mount Royal Ave, Aberdeen, MD 21001
Enrollment
1,058
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,058
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#1,004 of 1,363
In Aberdeen
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#50 of 55
Harford County Public Schools
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Aberdeen Middle
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About Aberdeen Middle
Aberdeen Middle is a public middle school in Aberdeen, MD, part of Harford County Public Schools. Aberdeen Middle serves approximately 1,058 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Aberdeen Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,004 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Aberdeen Middle show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- MD avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Aberdeen 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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Aberdeen Middle — Students at Aberdeen Middle score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.2%
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: 4.5/10.
How Aberdeen Middle Compares
See how Aberdeen 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
111 Mount Royal Ave, Aberdeen, MD 21001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Aberdeen Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Churchville Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Churchville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bakerfield Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Havre de Grace Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Havre De Grace), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Aberdeen, see our Aberdeen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Center for Educational Opportunity Aberdeen | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Swan Creek School Aberdeen | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Bakerfield Elementary Aberdeen | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Aberdeen High Aberdeen | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Aberdeen | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Halls Cross Roads Elementary Aberdeen | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| G. Lisby Elementary at Hillsdale Aberdeen | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Roye-Williams Elementary Havre De Grace | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| GREAT COMMISSION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Havre De Grace | 4.3 mi | — |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Havre De Grace | 4.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Havre de Grace Middle Havre De Grace | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Havre de Grace High Havre De Grace | 4.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Havre de Grace Elementary Havre De Grace | 4.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Meadowvale Elementary Havre De Grace | 4.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Churchville Elementary Churchville | 5.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Church Creek Elementary Belcamp | 5.2 mi | 5.9 |
| THE HIGHLANDS SCHOOL Bel Air | 5.3 mi | 6.3 |
| GRACE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Bel Air | 5.5 mi | 5.6 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Perryville | 6.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Perryville Elementary Perryville | 6.2 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,778
Median Home Value
$267,400
Median Rent
$1,391/mo
Population
26,121
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
66.2%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
37.7
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|---|---|
| Benjamin Banneker Middle Burtonsville, MD | 4.9 |
| Forest Oak Middle Gaithersburg, MD | 4.9 |
| Gaithersburg Middle Gaithersburg, MD | 5.1 |
| John Hanson Middle School Waldorf, MD | 5.1 |
| Magnolia Middle Joppa, MD | 5.1 |
| Montgomery Village Middle Montgomery Village, MD | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aberdeen Middle
What grades does Aberdeen Middle serve?
Aberdeen Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Aberdeen Middle?
Aberdeen Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,058 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Aberdeen Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Aberdeen Middle is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Aberdeen Middle rank in MD?
Aberdeen Middle ranks #1,004 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Aberdeen Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Aberdeen Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Aberdeen Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Aberdeen Middle has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Aberdeen Middle a charter school?
No, Aberdeen Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Aberdeen Middle a Title I school?
No, Aberdeen Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Aberdeen Middle?
62.2% of students at Aberdeen 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,058
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 87
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Harford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.9%
- Phone
- (410) 273-5510
Resources & Links
District
Harford County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 38,105
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,493
- District Rank
- #50 of 55
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