Very Good
#489 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 36% in state
Earle B. Wood Middle
Middle School · Montgomery County Public Schools
14615 Bauer Dr, Rockville, MD 20853
Enrollment
1,039
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,039
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#489 of 1,363
In Rockville
#23 of 32
public schools
In district
#117 of 206
Montgomery County Public Schools
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Earle B. Wood Middle
Middle School in Rockville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Earle B. Wood Middle
Earle B. Wood Middle is a public middle school in Rockville, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Earle B.
Wood Middle serves approximately 1,039 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Earle B. Wood Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #489 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Earle B. Wood Middle show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- MD avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Earle B. Wood Middle — Students at Earle B. Wood Middle score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.9%
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: 6.4/10.
How Earle B. Wood Middle Compares
See how Earle B. Wood 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
14615 Bauer Dr, Rockville, MD 20853
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Earle B. Wood Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maryvale Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SHEPPARD PRATT SCHOOL-ROCKVILLE (FORMERLY FROST SC (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rockville, see our Rockville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary Rockville | 0.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Rock Creek Valley Elementary Rockville | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Meadow Hall Elementary Rockville | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Rockville High Rockville | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Parkland Middle Rockville | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Brookhaven Elementary Rockville | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Flower Valley Elementary Rockville | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| MELVIN J BERMAN HEBREW ACADEMY Rockville | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| SULAM SCHOOL Rockville | 1.5 mi | — |
| SHE'ARIM HIGH SCHOOL Rockville | 1.5 mi | — |
| SHEPPARD PRATT SCHOOL-ROCKVILLE (FORMERLY FROST SC Rockville | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| REDWOOD MONTESSORI ACADEMY Rockville | 1.4 mi | — |
| NORBECK MONTESSORI CENTER Rockville | 1.6 mi | — |
| Twinbrook Elementary Rockville | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Maryvale Elementary Rockville | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Carl Sandburg Center Rockville | 1.6 mi | 2.2 |
| ST PATRICK'S SCHOOL Rockville | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| ST JUDE REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rockville | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Wheaton Woods Elementary Rockville | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| THE LOURIE CTR SCHOOL OF THE REGINALD S LOURIE Rockville | 2.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20853 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$157,168
Median Home Value
$605,800
Median Rent
$1,944/mo
Population
31,438
College Educated
51.4%
Homeownership
84.3%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
41.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Earle B. Wood Middle
What grades does Earle B. Wood Middle serve?
Earle B. Wood Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Earle B. Wood Middle?
Earle B. Wood Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,039 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Earle B. Wood Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Earle B. Wood Middle is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Earle B. Wood Middle rank in MD?
Earle B. Wood Middle ranks #489 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Earle B. Wood Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Earle B. Wood Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Earle B. Wood Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Earle B. Wood Middle has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Earle B. Wood Middle a charter school?
No, Earle B. Wood Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Earle B. Wood Middle a Title I school?
No, Earle B. Wood Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Earle B. Wood Middle?
43.9% of students at Earle B. Wood 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
- 1,039
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 74
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.2%
- Phone
- (240) 740-7640
Resources & Links
District
Montgomery County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 160,223
- Schools in District
- 211
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,456
- District Rank
- #117 of 206
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