School Overview
Northern Middle School, located in Accident, Maryland, serves as a key educational institution within the Garrett County Public Schools system. Situated in a rural community in the westernmost part of the state, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social and emotional development of students during their middle school years. The school emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for the transition to high school, while also encouraging participation in extracurricular activities that help build character and a sense of community.

As part of the broader Garrett County district, Northern Middle School benefits from a commitment to small-class philosophies and community involvement, which are hallmarks of the region’s educational approach. By maintaining a focus on both traditional core subjects and modern learning standards, the school strives to empower its diverse student body to succeed in a changing global landscape. For families and community members, the school serves as a central hub, promoting pride and collaboration through its various academic, athletic, and local initiatives.
320
Total Students
23.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
52.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Northern Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White310
Hispanic3
Black1
Two or More6
  • White
    310 (96.9 %)
  • Two or More
    6 (1.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    3 (0.9 %)
  • Black
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Garrett County Public Schools
Phone: (301)746-8165
Website: http://www.gcps.net/Domain/16
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 320
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 23.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 135
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 33
Grades Taught
Grade 6 100
Grade 7 104
Grade 8 116

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Northern Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6100
Grade 7104
Grade 8116
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Northern Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female16651.9%
Male15448.1%