Summary:
In zip code 20650, there is one middle school, Leonardtown Middle, serving grades 6 through 8 in Leonardtown, Maryland, a community within St. Mary's County Public Schools.
Leonardtown Middle is a standout academic performer, consistently earning a 4-star rating and ranking in the top 15% of all Maryland middle schools (88th percentile). With 969 students, the school significantly outperforms its district and state averages in nearly every subject. For example, 67.5% of students are proficient in English Language Arts, compared to 51.7% statewide, and 46.1% are proficient in math, versus 27.1% statewide. The school also boasts a low chronic absenteeism rate of 19.7%, well below the district average of 27.3%, and only 26.32% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch, indicating a relatively low level of economic disadvantage.
The most striking finding is the school's exceptional performance in advanced mathematics. While only 17% of 8th graders are proficient in grade-level math, a remarkable 65.6% of students taking the Algebra I End-of-Course exam are proficient—nearly three times the state average. This suggests a highly effective program for accelerating high-achieving math students, which drives the school's overall ranking. In contrast, English Language Arts proficiency remains consistently strong across all grades, from 71% in 6th grade to 62.7% in 8th grade, reflecting a uniformly excellent curriculum. With a spending of $16,035 per student, the school appears to allocate resources effectively, particularly in supporting advanced coursework and a robust core curriculum.
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