Leonardtown Middle

Leonardtown Middle serves 954 students in grades 6-8 in St. Mary's County, Maryland, maintaining a student-teacher ratio of 17.3:1 with 55 full-time equivalent teachers. The school ranks #519 out of 1,364 Maryland schools, placing it in the 62nd percentile statewide with a MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10.

Academically, students show stronger performance in English Language Arts, with 61% achieving proficient or above levels across grades, while mathematics presents opportunities for growth with 36% of students reaching proficiency. The school's academic score of 7.7 out of 10 reflects solid educational foundations with room for continued improvement, particularly in mathematical instruction and student achievement. The school draws from an affluent community where the median household income reaches $137,854 and the median home value is $449,500.

With 44% of local residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a low poverty rate of 4.8%, families in this ZIP code of 15,522 residents generally have strong educational backgrounds and economic stability to support their children's learning. Located on Point Lookout Road, Leonardtown Middle sits in a rural area near the historic town of Leonardtown, offering students a quieter learning environment while maintaining access to the broader St. Mary's County community resources.

Located in a rural area, Leonardtown Middle may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.