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#585 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 43% in state
Mount Airy Middle
Middle School · Carroll County Public Schools
102 Watersville Road, Mount Airy, MD 21771
Enrollment
754
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
754
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#585 of 1,363
In Mount Airy
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#33 of 40
Carroll County Public Schools
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Mount Airy Middle
Mount Airy Middle is a public middle school in Mount Airy, MD, part of Carroll County Public Schools. Mount Airy Middle serves approximately 754 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Airy Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #585 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Airy Middle show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- MD avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Mount Airy Middle — Students at Mount Airy Middle score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.6%
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: 7.7/10.
How Mount Airy Middle Compares
See how Mount Airy 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
102 Watersville Road, Mount Airy, MD 21771
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Airy Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. New Market Middle (rated 6.6/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby New Market), with a very similar rating. Additionally, John T. Baker Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Damascus), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mount Airy, see our Mount Airy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Airy Elementary Mount Airy | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Parr's Ridge Elementary Mt. Airy | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| FRIENDS MEETING SCHOOL Mount Airy | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Twin Ridge Elementary Mt. Airy | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| LITTLE TRAVELERS DAYCARE & LEARNING CENTER Mount Airy | 1.8 mi | — |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Mount Airy | 2.2 mi | — |
| MOUNT AIRY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Airy | 3.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Lisbon Elementary Woodbine | 5.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Kemptown Elementary Monrovia | 5.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Linganore High Frederick | 6.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Damascus Elementary Damascus | 7.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Damascus High Damascus | 7.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Winfield Elementary Westminster | 7.0 mi | 8.8 |
| South Carroll High Sykesville | 7.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Green Valley Elementary Monrovia | 6.8 mi | 7.8 |
| New Market Elementary New Market | 6.8 mi | 8.3 |
| John T. Baker Middle School Damascus | 8.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Clearspring Elementary Damascus | 8.5 mi | 9.2 |
| New Market Middle New Market | 6.9 mi | 6.6 |
| GLENWOOD COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Woodbine | 7.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21771 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,844
Median Home Value
$532,200
Median Rent
$2,117/mo
Population
32,827
College Educated
46.1%
Homeownership
92.9%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
41.4
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|---|---|
| Bennett Middle Fruitland, MD | 6.7 |
| Walkersville Middle Walkersville, MD | 6.7 |
| West Frederick Middle Frederick, MD | 6.7 |
| Brooklyn Park Middle Baltimore, MD | 6.8 |
| E. Russell Hicks Middle Hagerstown, MD | 6.8 |
| Patuxent Valley Middle Jessup, MD | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Airy Middle
What grades does Mount Airy Middle serve?
Mount Airy Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mount Airy Middle?
Mount Airy Middle has an enrollment of approximately 754 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Airy Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Airy Middle is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Airy Middle rank in MD?
Mount Airy Middle ranks #585 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Mount Airy Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Airy Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Mount Airy Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Airy Middle has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mount Airy Middle a charter school?
No, Mount Airy Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Airy Middle a Title I school?
No, Mount Airy Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Airy Middle?
17.6% of students at Mount Airy 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
- 754
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Carroll County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.7%
- Phone
- (410) 751-3554
Resources & Links
District
Carroll County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 26,123
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,548
- District Rank
- #33 of 40
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