For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 826 students in 20646, MD.
The top ranked public middle school in 20646, MD is Milton M. Somers Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 20646 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20646, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20646, MD Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Milton M. Somers Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 Willow Lane
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-4663
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-4663
Gr: 6-8 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
Phoenix International School Of The Arts
Charter School
95 Catalpa Dr
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 202-4159
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 202-4159
Gr: 6-8 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 20646, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 20646, MD include Milton M. Somers Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20646?
2 public middle schools are located in 20646.
What is the racial composition of students in 20646?
20646 public middle schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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