Serving 775 students in grades 6-8, Dundalk 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 2% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dundalk Middle School's student population of 775 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
775 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dundalk 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 Dundalk Middle School is 0.68, 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
#1326 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
48%
23%
Black
22%
33%
White
22%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dundalk Middle School's ranking?
Dundalk Middle School is ranked #1326 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Dundalk Middle School often compared to?
Dundalk Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dundalk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Dundalk Middle School?
775 students attend Dundalk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Dundalk Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dundalk Middle School?
Dundalk Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dundalk Middle School offer ?
Dundalk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dundalk Middle School part of?
Dundalk Middle School is part of Baltimore County ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools.
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