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Old Mill Middle South

Middle School · Anne Arundel County Public Schools

620 Patriot Ln, Millersville, MD 21108

Enrollment

963

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#657 of 1,363

In Millersville

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#56 of 123

Anne Arundel County Public Schools

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Old Mill Middle South

6.4/10

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

Old Mill Middle North

6.0/10

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5.7/10

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About Old Mill Middle South

Old Mill Middle South is a public middle school in Millersville, MD, part of Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Old Mill Middle South serves approximately 963 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Old Mill Middle South has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #657 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Old Mill Middle South show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • MD avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Old Mill Middle South 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.5% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.9% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-13.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.2 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-17.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,624
Chronic Absenteeism20%

Old Mill Middle South — Students at Old Mill Middle South score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 60.2% (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
78%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
18%
ELA
49%
2025
Math
16.5%
ELA
42.9%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Old Mill Middle South Compares

See how Old Mill Middle South performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
52th percentile in MD
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
73 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

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

620 Patriot Ln, Millersville, MD 21108

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Old Mill Middle South may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Old Mill Middle North (rated 6.0/10), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Corkran Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Glen Burnie), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Millersville, see our Millersville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Old Mill Middle North Millersville 0.0 mi 6.0
Old Mill High Millersville 0.1 mi 5.7
Rippling Woods Elementary Glen Burnie 0.4 mi 5.3
Ruth Parker Eason School Millersville 0.4 mi 2.5
Southgate Elementary Glen Burnie 0.7 mi 4.4
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Glen Burnie 1.3 mi 8.1
ARCHBISHOP SPALDING HIGH SCHOOL Severn 1.0 mi 4.2
ARCHBISHOP SPALDING HIGH SCHOOL Severn 1.0 mi 4.8
Glen Burnie Park Elementary Glen Burnie 1.3 mi 5.9
Oakwood Elementary Glen Burnie 1.5 mi 4.8
Woodside Elementary Glen Burnie 1.4 mi 4.9
Shipley's Choice Elementary Millersville 1.7 mi 9.2
Quarterfield Elementary Severn 1.7 mi 5.1
HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY Millersville 2.1 mi 7.5
Corkran Middle School Glen Burnie 2.2 mi 5.9
ELVATON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Millersville 1.8 mi 6.0
CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Glen Burnie 2.0 mi 6.8
Marley Glen School Glen Burnie 2.1 mi 2.8
Marley Elementary Glen Burnie 2.2 mi 3.8
Richard Henry Lee Elementary Glen Burnie 2.6 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$146,556

Median Home Value

$543,200

Median Rent

$2,030/mo

Population

17,894

College Educated

53.6%

Homeownership

87%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

41.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Old Mill Middle South

What grades does Old Mill Middle South serve?

Old Mill Middle South serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Old Mill Middle South?

Old Mill Middle South has an enrollment of approximately 963 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Old Mill Middle South?

The student-teacher ratio at Old Mill Middle South is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Old Mill Middle South rank in MD?

Old Mill Middle South ranks #657 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Old Mill Middle South's MySchoolScout rating?

Old Mill Middle South has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Old Mill Middle South?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Old Mill Middle South has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Old Mill Middle South a charter school?

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

Is Old Mill Middle South a Title I school?

No, Old Mill Middle South is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Old Mill Middle South?

38.5% of students at Old Mill Middle South 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
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
16 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
963
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
73
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Anne Arundel County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

District

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

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