For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,087 students in 21044, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21044, MD are Wilde Lake Middle School and Harpers Choice Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21044 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21044, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21044, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilde Lake Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10481 Cross Fox Ln
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6957
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6957
Gr: 6-8 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Harpers Choice Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5450 Beaverkill Rd
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6929
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6929
Gr: 6-8 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
21044, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
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What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 21044, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21044, MD include Wilde Lake Middle School and Harpers Choice Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21044?
2 public middle schools are located in 21044.
What is the racial composition of students in 21044?
21044 public middle schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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