Serving 818 students in grades 6-8, Catonsville 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 15% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 818 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Catonsville Middle School's student population of 818 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
818 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
ACHIEVE. CREATE. TRANSFORM.
School Rankings
Catonsville 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 Catonsville Middle School is 0.69, 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
#752 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
7%
Hispanic
10%
24%
Black
17%
32%
White
49%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catonsville Middle School's ranking?
Catonsville Middle School is ranked #752 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Catonsville Middle School often compared to?
Catonsville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arbutus Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Catonsville Middle School?
818 students attend Catonsville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Catonsville Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Catonsville Middle School?
Catonsville Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Catonsville Middle School offer ?
Catonsville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Catonsville Middle School part of?
Catonsville Middle School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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