Magnolia Middle School

299 Fort Hoyle Rd
Joppa, MD 21085
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Bottom 50%
Serving 689 students in grades 6-8, Magnolia 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 3% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 689 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Bottom 50% in MD
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Magnolia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

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School Overview

Magnolia Middle School's student population of 689 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
689 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
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Colors
Purple and White
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School Rankings

Magnolia Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magnolia Middle School is 0.66, 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.
This School
State Level (MD)
#1265 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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3%
27%
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20%
45%
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17%
36%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
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Hispanic
12%
24%
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Black
52%
32%
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White
23%
31%
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Two or more races
11%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.66
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(22-23)
46.6%
32.4%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
46%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Magnolia Middle School's ranking?
Magnolia Middle School is ranked #1265 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Magnolia Middle School often compared to?
Magnolia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aberdeen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Magnolia Middle School?
689 students attend Magnolia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Magnolia Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magnolia Middle School?
Magnolia Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Magnolia Middle School offer ?
Magnolia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Magnolia Middle School part of?
Magnolia Middle School is part of Harford County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 689 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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