Serving 991 students in grades 6-8, Francis Scott Key Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 991 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Francis Scott Key Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Francis Scott Key Middle School's student population of 991 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
991 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Motto
When you are an EAGLE, the sky is the limit!
Francis Scott Key Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francis Scott Key Middle School is 0.64, 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
#1109 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
46%
23%
Black
38%
33%
White
3%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Francis Scott Key Middle School's ranking?
Francis Scott Key Middle School is ranked #1109 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Francis Scott Key Middle School?
991 students attend Francis Scott Key Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Francis Scott Key Middle School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francis Scott Key Middle School?
Francis Scott Key Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Francis Scott Key Middle School offer ?
Francis Scott Key Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Francis Scott Key Middle School part of?
Francis Scott Key Middle School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools.
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