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Bonnie Branch Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 666 students

 
 
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4 stars

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Posted November 10, 2011

Our daughter loves it here at BBMS. We love the Principal. Asst. Principal and all the teachers that she has had. We also love the diversity in the school. Great learning!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 26, 2011

"F"-- Administration is lacking, therefore no leadership. Teachers have no direction. There are a few experienced teachers, but most seasoned teachers, will or have relocated to another school, leaving the "blind leading the blind." if your child is lucky enough to get some of the few good teachers there, great. Otherwise, don't expect much.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 2, 2011

I used to be a student at bbms. Great fantastic school, great staff, great students, and great inviroment. Moving to this school was probably the best thing I could have done to better help my education.


Posted December 2, 2010

Have much difficulty with politics and support staff. I've seen very poor results with the bullying and lack of enforcement . As a parent, I don't care to be talked to or treated as a child. I also very much agree with the other parent that posted Sept 29. There are teachers there I believe are very good and dedicated. Although, Support Staff vs Parent is embarrasing and should be taken seriously.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 28, 2005

I am a student at BBMS. This school is amazing and challenging for those of us who are in the gt program. This school is terrific!! My brothers have been about 7 years ago and they loved it too!!
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 20, 2009

Amazing teachers with a passion to teach, Strong PTA organization and a wonderful place to learn and grow. Bonnie Branch is the Best!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 20, 2008

I love Bonnie Branch. The teachers were nice, and I had a great time there. Take my word for it, send your kids to Bonnie Branch!
—Submitted by a student


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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2012.

258 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
86%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2012.

258 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
83%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Maryland used the Maryland School Assessment (MSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and grades 5 and 8 in science. The MSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Maryland. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Maryland's state standards

Source: Maryland State Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 76% in 2012.

217 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
83%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 81% in 2012.

217 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
87%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Maryland used the Maryland School Assessment (MSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and grades 5 and 8 in science. The MSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Maryland. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Maryland's state standards

Source: Maryland State Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2012.

232 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
82%

2009

 
 
82%

2008

 
 
89%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 81% in 2012.

230 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
93%
Science

The state average for Science was 71% in 2012.

232 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
86%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Maryland used the Maryland School Assessment (MSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and grades 5 and 8 in science. The MSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Maryland. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Maryland's state standards

Source: Maryland State Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 52% 43%
Black 22% 36%
Two or more races 11% 3%
Asian 9% 6%
Hispanic 5% 12%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 13%N/A40%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 13N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

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4979 Ilchester Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21043
Phone: (410) 313-2580

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