Serving 1,257 students in grades 6-8, Central Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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Central Middle School's student population of 1,257 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
School Motto
BELONG.....GROW....SUCCEED
Central Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Middle School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#301 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
15%
23%
Black
5%
33%
White
72%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Central Middle School's ranking?
Central Middle School is ranked #301 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Central Middle School often compared to?
Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crofton Middle School, Southern Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Central Middle School?
1,257 students attend Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Central Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Middle School offer ?
Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Middle School part of?
Central Middle School is part of Anne Arundel County Public Schools.
School Reviews2 10/10/2025I would not recomend this school. The teacher-student and parent communcition is really low. The teacher cannot control the talkative students and the students who actually wants to learn is stuck waiting for the teacher to regain control. I been to many schools, and i never had any problems until I went to CMS. In the middle of the school year, i was ready not to listen anymore, since most of it was just student conversations. Do not go to this school unless you actually want to learn somethingReview Central Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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I would not recomend this school. The teacher-student and parent communcition is really low. The teacher cannot control the talkative students and the students who actually wants to learn is stuck waiting for the teacher to regain control. I been to many schools, and i never had any problems until I went to CMS. In the middle of the school year, i was ready not to listen anymore, since most of it was just student conversations. Do not go to this school unless you actually want to learn something
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