For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,403 students in 20736, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20736, MD are Northern Middle School and Windy Hill Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 20736 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20736, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20736, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northern Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2954 Chaneyville Rd
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-9230
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-9230
Gr: 6-8 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Windy Hill Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9560 Boyd's Turn Rd
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-9310
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-9310
Gr: 6-8 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 20736, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20736, MD include Northern Middle School and Windy Hill Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20736?
2 public middle schools are located in 20736.
What is the racial composition of students in 20736?
20736 public middle schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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