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#877 of 1,363 schools in MD
Macarthur Middle
Middle School · Anne Arundel County Public Schools
3500 Rockenbach Road, Fort Meade, MD 20755
Enrollment
842
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
842
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#877 of 1,363
In Fort Meade
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#80 of 123
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
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Macarthur Middle
Middle School in Fort Meade · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Macarthur Middle
Macarthur Middle is a public middle school in Fort Meade, MD, part of Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Macarthur Middle serves approximately 842 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Macarthur Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #877 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Macarthur Middle show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- MD avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Macarthur 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.
Score Breakdown
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Macarthur Middle — Students at Macarthur Middle score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.5%
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: 6.9/10.
How Macarthur Middle Compares
See how Macarthur 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
3500 Rockenbach Road, Fort Meade, MD 20755
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Macarthur Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Chesapeake Science Point (rated 8.3/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Hanover), which scores notably higher. Another option is Severn Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Severn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Piney Orchard Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Odenton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Meade, see our Fort Meade schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pershing Hill Elementary Ft. Meade | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Manor View Elementary Ft. Meade | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Meade High Ft. Meade | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Meade Middle Fort Meade | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| West Meade Early Education Center Ft. Meade | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Meade Heights Elementary Ft. Meade | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Jessup Elementary Jessup | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Van Bokkelen Elementary Severn | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| THE PRIMERON Odenton | 2.3 mi | — |
| Seven Oaks Elementary Odenton | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Hebron - Harman Elementary Hanover | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings formerly Oak Hill Laurel | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Chesapeake Science Point Hanover | 3.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Ridgeway Elementary Severn | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| ODENTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Odenton | 3.4 mi | 6.3 |
| NEW LIFE ACADEMY Hanover | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Odenton Elementary Odenton | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Severn Elementary Severn | 3.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Piney Orchard Elementary Odenton | 4.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ARUNDEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hanover | 4.2 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20755 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,886
Median Rent
$2,380/mo
Population
10,477
College Educated
47.1%
Homeownership
0.8%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
27.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Macarthur Middle
What grades does Macarthur Middle serve?
Macarthur Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Macarthur Middle?
Macarthur Middle has an enrollment of approximately 842 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Macarthur Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Macarthur Middle is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Macarthur Middle rank in MD?
Macarthur Middle ranks #877 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Macarthur Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Macarthur Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Macarthur Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Macarthur Middle has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Macarthur Middle a charter school?
No, Macarthur Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Macarthur Middle a Title I school?
No, Macarthur Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Macarthur Middle?
48.5% of students at Macarthur 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
- 842
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Anne Arundel County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.8%
- Phone
- (410) 674-0032
Resources & Links
District
Anne Arundel County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 84,346
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,624
- District Rank
- #80 of 123
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