Serving 495 students in grades 6-8, Shady Grove 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 11% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings麻豆果冻传媒>
Shady Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview麻豆果冻传媒>
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings麻豆果冻传媒>
Shady Grove Middle School's student population of 495 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
Shady Grove Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shady Grove Middle School is 0.73, 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
#818 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
42%
22%
Black
20%
33%
White
20%
33%
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
51%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions麻豆果冻传媒> What is Shady Grove Middle School's ranking?
Shady Grove Middle School is ranked #818 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Shady Grove Middle School often compared to?
Shady Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gaithersburg Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Shady Grove Middle School?
495 students attend Shady Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Shady Grove Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shady Grove Middle School?
Shady Grove Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shady Grove Middle School offer ?
Shady Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Shady Grove Middle School part of?
Shady Grove Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews麻豆果冻传媒>5 9/12/2012This school is amazing. Provides good support for everyoneReview Shady Grove Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
This school is amazing. Provides good support for everyone
Review Shady Grove Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
麻豆果冻传媒 Articles
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.