Serving 664 students in grades 6-8, Folly Quarter Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Folly Quarter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Folly Quarter Middle School's student population of 664 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
664 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Folly Quarter Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Folly Quarter Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#127 out of 1343 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
33%
7%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
9%
33%
White
46%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Folly Quarter Middle School's ranking?
Folly Quarter Middle School is ranked #127 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Folly Quarter Middle School often compared to?
Folly Quarter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burleigh Manor Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Folly Quarter Middle School?
664 students attend Folly Quarter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Folly Quarter Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Folly Quarter Middle School?
Folly Quarter Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Folly Quarter Middle School offer ?
Folly Quarter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Folly Quarter Middle School part of?
Folly Quarter Middle School is part of Howard County Public Schools School District.
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