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Meade Middle

Middle School · Anne Arundel County Public Schools

1103 26th St, Fort Meade, MD 20755

Enrollment

779

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#779 of 1,363

In Fort Meade

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#66 of 123

Anne Arundel County Public Schools

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Meade Middle

5.9/10

Middle School in Fort Meade · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Meade High

5.4/10

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5.5/10

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About Meade Middle

Meade Middle is a public middle school in Fort Meade, MD, part of Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Meade Middle serves approximately 779 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Meade Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #779 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Meade Middle show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • MD avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Meade 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.7% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-22.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.4 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,624
Chronic Absenteeism34%

Meade Middle — Students at Meade Middle score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 28.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 44.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (2025 MCAP)

Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
63%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
11%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
11%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
4%
ELA
19%
2025
Math
7.5%
ELA
35.7%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Meade Middle Compares

See how Meade Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
43th percentile in MD
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1103 26th St, Fort Meade, MD 20755

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Meade Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Chesapeake Science Point (rated 8.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Hanover), which scores notably higher. Another option is Severn Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Severn), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ODENTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Odenton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fort Meade, see our Fort Meade schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Meade High Ft. Meade 0.2 mi 5.4
MacArthur Middle Fort Meade 0.8 mi 5.5
Manor View Elementary Ft. Meade 0.9 mi 5.7
Pershing Hill Elementary Ft. Meade 1.1 mi 6.1
Meade Heights Elementary Ft. Meade 1.1 mi 4.1
West Meade Early Education Center Ft. Meade 1.3 mi 5.8
Van Bokkelen Elementary Severn 1.5 mi 4.0
Hebron - Harman Elementary Hanover 1.9 mi 4.4
Seven Oaks Elementary Odenton 2.1 mi 4.8
Jessup Elementary Jessup 2.2 mi 5.1
THE PRIMERON Odenton 2.3 mi
Chesapeake Science Point Hanover 3.0 mi 8.3
NEW LIFE ACADEMY Hanover 2.9 mi 5.6
Ridgeway Elementary Severn 2.6 mi 5.9
Severn Elementary Severn 2.7 mi 6.9
ARUNDEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hanover 3.5 mi 5.5
ODENTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Odenton 3.5 mi 6.3
Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings formerly Oak Hill Laurel 3.2 mi 5.8
Odenton Elementary Odenton 3.6 mi 6.2
ANNAPOLIS AREA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Severn 3.3 mi 5.7

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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Plum Point Middle Huntingtown, MD 6.0
Shady Grove Middle Gaithersburg, MD 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Meade Middle

What grades does Meade Middle serve?

Meade Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Meade Middle?

Meade Middle has an enrollment of approximately 779 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Meade Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Meade Middle is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Meade Middle rank in MD?

Meade Middle ranks #779 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Meade Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Meade Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Meade Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Meade Middle has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Meade Middle a charter school?

No, Meade Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Meade Middle a Title I school?

No, Meade Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meade Middle?

77.5% of students at Meade 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
779
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Anne Arundel County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.0%

District

Anne Arundel County Public Schools
District Enrollment
84,346
Schools in District
126
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,624
District Rank
#66 of 123

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