Serving 1,090 students in grades 6-8, Urbana 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 50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,090 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urbana Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Urbana Middle School's student population of 1,090 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,090 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Urbana Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Urbana Middle School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#129 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
7%
Hispanic
14%
24%
Black
12%
32%
White
40%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Frederick County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urbana Middle School's ranking?
Urbana Middle School is ranked #129 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Urbana Middle School often compared to?
Urbana Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windsor Knolls Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Urbana Middle School?
1,090 students attend Urbana Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Urbana Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Urbana Middle School?
Urbana Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Urbana Middle School offer ?
Urbana Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Urbana Middle School part of?
Urbana Middle School is part of Frederick County School District.
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