For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 841 students in Damascus, MD.
The top-ranked public middle school in Damascus, MD is John T. Baker Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Damascus, MD public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in Damascus have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Damascus, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John T. Baker Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
25400 Oak Dr
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 207-2440
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 207-2440
Gr: 6-8 | 841 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Damascus, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Damascus, MD include John T. Baker Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Damascus?
1 public middle schools are located in Damascus.
What is the racial composition of students in Damascus?
Damascus public middle schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).
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