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#943 of 1,363 schools in MD
Edgewood Middle
Middle School · Harford County Public Schools
2311 Willoughby Beach Rd, Edgewood, MD 21040
Enrollment
994
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
994
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#943 of 1,363
In Edgewood
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#47 of 55
Harford County Public Schools
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Edgewood Middle
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About Edgewood Middle
Edgewood Middle is a public middle school in Edgewood, MD, part of Harford County Public Schools. Edgewood Middle serves approximately 994 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Edgewood Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #943 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Edgewood Middle show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- MD avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Edgewood 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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Edgewood Middle — Students at Edgewood Middle score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.2%
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: 4.9/10.
How Edgewood Middle Compares
See how Edgewood 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
2311 Willoughby Beach Rd, Edgewood, MD 21040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edgewood Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Oliver Beach Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Baltimore), which scores notably higher. Another option is Emmorton Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Bel Air), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Patterson Mill High School (rated 7.7/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Bel Air), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Edgewood, see our Edgewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Deerfield Elementary Edgewood | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Edgewood High Edgewood | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Edgewood Elementary Edgewood | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Old Post Road Elementary Abingdon | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Magnolia Middle Joppa | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Magnolia Elementary Joppa | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL-CHESAPEAKE CAMPUS Joppa | 2.5 mi | — |
| Riverside Elementary Joppa | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL & EARLY LRNG CTR Joppa | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| William S. James Elementary Abingdon | 4.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Joppatowne High Joppa | 3.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Abingdon Elementary Abingdon | 4.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Church Creek Elementary Belcamp | 4.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Joppatowne Elementary Joppa | 3.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Emmorton Elementary Bel Air | 4.9 mi | 7.8 |
| GRACE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Bel Air | 5.4 mi | 5.6 |
| THE HIGHLANDS SCHOOL Bel Air | 5.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Oliver Beach Elementary Baltimore | 5.0 mi | 8.9 |
| EMMORTON BAPTIST ACADEMY Bel Air | 6.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Patterson Mill High School Bel Air | 6.2 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,925
Median Home Value
$231,100
Median Rent
$1,420/mo
Population
25,290
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
68.6%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
36.8
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|---|---|
| Arbutus Middle Baltimore, MD | 5.3 |
| Drew-Freeman Middle District Heights, MD | 5.3 |
| Odessa Shannon Middle Silver Spring, MD | 5.3 |
| Annapolis Middle Annapolis, MD | 5.2 |
| James Madison Middle Forestville, MD | 5.2 |
| Northeast Middle Pasadena, MD | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edgewood Middle
What grades does Edgewood Middle serve?
Edgewood Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Edgewood Middle?
Edgewood Middle has an enrollment of approximately 994 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edgewood Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Edgewood Middle is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edgewood Middle rank in MD?
Edgewood Middle ranks #943 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Edgewood Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Edgewood Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Edgewood Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edgewood Middle has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Edgewood Middle a charter school?
No, Edgewood Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edgewood Middle a Title I school?
No, Edgewood Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edgewood Middle?
71.2% of students at Edgewood 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
- 994
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 80
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Harford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.7%
- Phone
- (410) 612-1518
Resources & Links
District
Harford County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 38,105
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,493
- District Rank
- #47 of 55
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