Best 21788 Maryland Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 507 students in 21788, MD.
The top-ranked public middle school in 21788, MD is Thurmont Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 21788 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21788, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).

Best 21788, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thurmont Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
408 E Main St
Thurmont, MD 21788
(227) 203-2500
Gr: 6-8 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 21788, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21788, MD include Thurmont Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21788?
1 public middle schools are located in 21788.
What is the racial composition of students in 21788?
21788 public middle schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).

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