Serving 555 students in grades 6-8, Sparrows Point 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 11% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sparrows Point Middle School's student population of 555 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
555 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sparrows Point 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 Sparrows Point Middle School is 0.42, 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
#853 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
9%
24%
Black
10%
32%
White
75%
31%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sparrows Point Middle School's ranking?
Sparrows Point Middle School is ranked #853 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Sparrows Point Middle School often compared to?
Sparrows Point Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Sparrows Point Middle School?
555 students attend Sparrows Point Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Sparrows Point Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sparrows Point Middle School?
Sparrows Point Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sparrows Point Middle School offer ?
Sparrows Point Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sparrows Point Middle School part of?
Sparrows Point Middle School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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