Serving 931 students in grades 6-8, Hallie Wells Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher 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 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 931 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hallie Wells Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hallie Wells Middle School's student population of 931 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
931 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Hallie Wells Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hallie Wells Middle School is 0.72, 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
#330 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
44%
7%
Hispanic
13%
24%
Black
20%
32%
White
18%
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
15%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Montgomery County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hallie Wells Middle School's ranking?
Hallie Wells Middle School is ranked #330 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hallie Wells Middle School often compared to?
Hallie Wells Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocky Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Hallie Wells Middle School?
931 students attend Hallie Wells Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Hallie Wells Middle School students are Asian, 20% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hallie Wells Middle School?
Hallie Wells Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hallie Wells Middle School offer ?
Hallie Wells Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hallie Wells Middle School part of?
Hallie Wells Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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