Glenwood Middle

gms.hcpss.org

493 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Glenwood Middle School, located in the rural setting of Glenwood, Maryland, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS), the school is known for its rigorous academic standards and a strong commitment to fostering both intellectual growth and social-emotional development. The school environment emphasizes community, encouraging students to engage in a wide array of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts programs, and various clubs that cater to diverse student interests.

The school is well-regarded for its experienced faculty and its focus on preparing students for the transition to high school. By utilizing a comprehensive curriculum, Glenwood Middle aims to challenge students while providing the necessary support systems to ensure every learner succeeds. With a strong emphasis on parent and community involvement, the school creates a collaborative atmosphere that prioritizes student achievement, inclusivity, and the development of responsible, lifelong learners.

493

Total Students

37.5

Full-Time Teachers

13.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

14.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Glenwood Middle
Demographic	Student Count
White	325
Hispanic	39
Black	41
Asian	52
Two or More	33
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
325 (66.1 %)
Asian
52 (10.6 %)
Black
41 (8.3 %)
Hispanic
39 (7.9 %)
Two or More
33 (6.7 %)
American Indian
1 (0.2 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Howard County Public Schools
Phone:	(410)313-5520
Website:	http://gms.hcpss.org
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	493
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	37.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	60
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	9

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 164

Grade 7 158

Grade 8 171

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Glenwood Middle
Grade	Student Count
Grade 6	164
Grade 7	158
Grade 8	171

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Glenwood Middle
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	235	47.7%
Male	257	52.1%
Not Specified	1	0.2%

Middle School 6th - 8th