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#415 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 30% in state

Westminster West Middle

Middle School · Carroll County Public Schools

60 Monroe Street, Westminster, MD 21157

Enrollment

912

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

7.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#415 of 1,363

In Westminster

#8 of 14

public schools

In district

#25 of 40

Carroll County Public Schools

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Westminster West Middle

7.4/10

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

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8.4/10

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About Westminster West Middle

Westminster West Middle is a public middle school in Westminster, MD, part of Carroll County Public Schools. Westminster West Middle serves approximately 912 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Westminster West Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #415 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Westminster West Middle show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • MD avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.1% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.1% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+6.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,548
Chronic Absenteeism22.8%

Westminster West Middle — Students at Westminster West Middle score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 67.1% (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
79%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2025
Math
37.1%
ELA
69.1%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Westminster West Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
70th percentile in MD
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

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

60 Monroe Street, Westminster, MD 21157

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westminster West Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. GERSTELL ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Finksburg), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Westminster East Middle (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Westminster, see our Westminster schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
William Winchester Elementary Westminster 0.1 mi 8.4
ST JOHN SCHOOL Westminster 0.2 mi 5.5
Westminster East Middle Westminster 0.6 mi 6.9
Cranberry Station Elementary Westminster 1.1 mi 7.4
Winters Mill High Westminster 1.2 mi 6.0
CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM Westminster 1.5 mi
Carroll Springs School Westminster 1.6 mi
Post Secondary Program Westminster 1.6 mi 7.3
Westminster Elementary Westminster 1.7 mi 7.8
Friendship Valley Elementary Westminster 2.7 mi 8.3
PRIDE School Westminster 2.7 mi
Westminster High Westminster 2.9 mi 6.9
Robert Moton Elementary Westminster 3.3 mi 7.5
Flexible Student Support Westminster 3.3 mi 4.8
Gateway School Westminster 3.3 mi 8.1
Crossroads Middle School Westminster 3.3 mi
NORTH CARROLL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Westminster 4.0 mi 5.5
CARROLL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Westminster 3.7 mi 5.4
Sandymount Elementary Finksburg 5.8 mi 7.9
GERSTELL ACADEMY Finksburg 6.9 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21157 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,835

Median Home Value

$394,100

Median Rent

$1,236/mo

Population

40,191

College Educated

37.2%

Homeownership

75.9%

Avg Commute

31.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

41.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westminster West Middle

What grades does Westminster West Middle serve?

Westminster West Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Westminster West Middle?

Westminster West Middle has an enrollment of approximately 912 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westminster West Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Westminster West Middle is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westminster West Middle rank in MD?

Westminster West Middle ranks #415 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Westminster West Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Westminster West Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Westminster West Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westminster West Middle has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Westminster West Middle a charter school?

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

Is Westminster West Middle a Title I school?

No, Westminster West Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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

30.5% of students at Westminster West 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
82 Very Walkable
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
912
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Carroll County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

District

Carroll County Public Schools
District Enrollment
26,123
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,548
District Rank
#25 of 40

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