For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,403 students in 20736, MD.
The top ranked public middle schools in 20736, MD are Northern Middle School and Windy Hill Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» middle schools in zipcode 20736 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20736, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20736, MD ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northern Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2954 Chaneyville Rd
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-9230
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-9230
Gr: 6-8 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Windy Hill Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9560 Boyd's Turn Rd
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-9310
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-9310
Gr: 6-8 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 20736, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 20736, MD include Northern Middle School and Windy Hill Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20736?
2 public middle schools are located in 20736.
What is the racial composition of students in 20736?
20736 public middle schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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