Serving 1,386 students in grades 6-8, Severna Park 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 51% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Severna Park 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
School Overview
Severna Park Middle School's student population of 1,386 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,386 students
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
School Motto
BELONG.....GROW....SUCCEED
School Rankings
Severna Park 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 Severna Park Middle School is 0.37, 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
#117 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
7%
24%
Black
3%
32%
White
79%
31%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Severna Park Middle School's ranking?
Severna Park Middle School is ranked #117 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Severna Park Middle School?
1,386 students attend Severna Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Severna Park Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Severna Park Middle School?
Severna Park Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Severna Park Middle School offer ?
Severna Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Severna Park Middle School part of?
Severna Park Middle School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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