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Montgomery Village Middle

Middle School · Montgomery County Public Schools

19300 Watkins Mill Rd, Montgomery Village, MD 20886

Enrollment

807

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

5.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#991 of 1,363

In Montgomery Village

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#184 of 206

Montgomery County Public Schools

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Montgomery Village Middle

5.1/10

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

Stedwick Elementary

5.0/10

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Watkins Mill Elementary

5.0/10

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About Montgomery Village Middle

Montgomery Village Middle is a public middle school in Montgomery Village, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Montgomery Village Middle serves approximately 807 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Montgomery Village Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #991 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Montgomery Village Middle show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • MD avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.2Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5.2% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.3% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-25 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-27.8 pts
Overall Proficiency14% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-19.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile6th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,456
Chronic Absenteeism24.8%

Montgomery Village Middle — Students at Montgomery Village Middle score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 25.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 42.2% (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
60%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
13%
ELA
18%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
3%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
3%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
4%
ELA
19%
2025
Math
5.2%
ELA
23.3%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Montgomery Village Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
5.1/10
27th percentile in MD
Academic
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
63 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.8%

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

19300 Watkins Mill Rd, Montgomery Village, MD 20886

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Montgomery Village Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Neelsville Middle (rated 5.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Germantown), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Gaithersburg Middle (rated 5.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Gaithersburg), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Forest Oak Middle (rated 4.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Gaithersburg), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Montgomery Village, see our Montgomery Village schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Stedwick Elementary Montgomery Village 0.1 mi 5.0
Watkins Mill Elementary Montgomery Village 0.4 mi 5.0
Whetstone Elementary Gaithersburg 0.7 mi 5.4
GEORGETOWN HILL EARLY SCHOOL Montgomery Village 0.9 mi 5.4
Watkins Mill High Gaithersburg 0.9 mi 5.5
South Lake Elementary Gaithersburg 1.3 mi 4.5
Strawberry Knoll Elementary Gaithersburg 1.5 mi 6.7
Captain James E. Daly Elementary Germantown 1.7 mi 5.8
Forest Oak Middle Gaithersburg 1.8 mi 4.9
MOTHER OF GOD SCHOOL Gaithersburg 2.0 mi 8.0
Fox Chapel Elementary Germantown 1.8 mi 8.4
Gaithersburg Elementary Gaithersburg 2.2 mi 4.2
Gaithersburg Middle Gaithersburg 2.3 mi 5.1
VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL, LLC Montgomery Village 2.0 mi
FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Germantown 1.9 mi 8.1
Goshen Elementary Gaithersburg 2.2 mi 7.1
NIST CHILD CARE CENTER Gaithersburg 2.5 mi
Harriet R. Tubman Elementary Gaithersburg 2.3 mi 6.5
Neelsville Middle Germantown 2.3 mi 5.8
Gaithersburg High Gaithersburg 2.6 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20886 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,767

Median Home Value

$366,400

Median Rent

$1,863/mo

Population

34,419

College Educated

43.4%

Homeownership

67.8%

Avg Commute

34.8 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

38.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Gaithersburg Middle Gaithersburg, MD 5.1
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Magnolia Middle Joppa, MD 5.1
Aberdeen Middle Aberdeen, MD 5.0
Katherine Johnson Global Academy Baltimore, MD 5.0
The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary/Middle Baltimore, MD 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Montgomery Village Middle

What grades does Montgomery Village Middle serve?

Montgomery Village Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Montgomery Village Middle?

Montgomery Village Middle has an enrollment of approximately 807 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Montgomery Village Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Montgomery Village Middle is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Montgomery Village Middle rank in MD?

Montgomery Village Middle ranks #991 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Montgomery Village Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Montgomery Village Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Montgomery Village Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Montgomery Village Middle has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Montgomery Village Middle a charter school?

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

Is Montgomery Village Middle a Title I school?

No, Montgomery Village Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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

59.2% of students at Montgomery Village 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
807
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
63
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.8%

District

Montgomery County Public Schools
District Enrollment
160,223
Schools in District
211
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,456
District Rank
#184 of 206

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