NORTH BETHESDA MIDDLE SCHOOL
North Bethesda Middle is a public middle school that is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools school district, located in Bethesda, MD with about 1,165 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 65 teachers, North Bethesda Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
North Bethesda Middle School (NBMS), located in the heart of Bethesda, Maryland, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 within the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. Known for its strong academic focus and vibrant learning environment, the school serves a diverse and engaged community, consistently maintaining a reputation for excellence in preparing students for the rigorous high school curriculum that follows in the Walter Johnson cluster.
Beyond its core academic program, North Bethesda Middle School offers a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs, which foster a well-rounded educational experience. The school is characterized by its dedicated faculty and an active parent community, both of which contribute to a supportive atmosphere that emphasizes social-emotional growth alongside scholarly achievement. Its strategic location on Bradmoor Drive makes it a central hub for families in the surrounding neighborhoods, reflecting the school’s commitment to community integration and student success.
For more information, contact North Bethesda Middle at (240) 740-2100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-2100
NORTH BETHESDA MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Bethesda, MD with about 1,165 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Maryland
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Montgomery County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,165
- Teachers:
- 65.6
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,165 students
- White
- 59.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 12.1%
- Asian
- 11.9%
- Black or African American
- 9.1%
- Two or more races
- 7.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.4%
- Male
- 51.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.