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#558 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 41% in state
Sparrows Point Middle
Middle School · Baltimore County Public Schools
7400 North Point Rd, Baltimore, MD 21219
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#558 of 1,363
In Baltimore
#44 of 267
public schools
In district
#41 of 169
Baltimore County Public Schools
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Sparrows Point Middle
Sparrows Point Middle is a public middle school in Baltimore, MD, part of Baltimore County Public Schools. Sparrows Point Middle serves approximately 553 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sparrows Point Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #558 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Sparrows Point Middle show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- MD avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Sparrows Point 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.
37% of students at Sparrows Point 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
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Sparrows Point Middle — Students at Sparrows Point Middle score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 16 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Sparrows Point Middle Compares
See how Sparrows Point 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
7400 North Point Rd, Baltimore, MD 21219
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sparrows Point Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Deep Creek Middle (rated 5.6/10, 3.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is General John Stricker Middle (rated 3.1/10, 3.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Dundalk Middle (rated 2.7/10, 4.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sparrows Point High Sparrows Point | 0.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Edgemere Elementary Baltimore | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Chesapeake Terrace Elementary Baltimore | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Battle Grove Elementary Baltimore | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Sandy Plains Elementary Baltimore | 2.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Bear Creek Elementary Baltimore | 3.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Patapsco High and Center for Arts Baltimore | 3.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Battle Monument School Baltimore | 3.4 mi | 2.5 |
| Charlesmont Elementary Baltimore | 3.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Deep Creek Middle Baltimore | 3.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Sandalwood Elementary Baltimore | 4.0 mi | 4.7 |
| OUR LADY OF HOPE ST LUKE SCHOOL Baltimore | 3.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Chesapeake High Baltimore | 4.0 mi | 4.5 |
| General John Stricker Middle Baltimore | 3.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Grange Elementary Baltimore | 3.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Middleborough Elementary Baltimore | 4.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Logan Elementary Baltimore | 3.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Sussex Elementary Baltimore | 4.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Deep Creek Elementary Baltimore | 4.9 mi | 2.6 |
| Dundalk Middle Baltimore | 4.1 mi | 2.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,500
Median Home Value
$370,800
Median Rent
$1,336/mo
Population
9,873
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
87.5%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
44.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sparrows Point Middle
What grades does Sparrows Point Middle serve?
Sparrows Point Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Sparrows Point Middle?
Sparrows Point Middle has an enrollment of approximately 553 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sparrows Point Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Sparrows Point Middle is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sparrows Point Middle rank in MD?
Sparrows Point Middle ranks #558 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Sparrows Point Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Sparrows Point Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Sparrows Point Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sparrows Point Middle has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
Is Sparrows Point Middle a charter school?
No, Sparrows Point Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sparrows Point Middle a Title I school?
No, Sparrows Point Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sparrows Point Middle?
50.5% of students at Sparrows Point 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
- 553
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Baltimore County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.1%
- Phone
- (443) 809-7524
Resources & Links
District
Baltimore County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,275
- Schools in District
- 179
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,666
- District Rank
- #41 of 169
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