Julius West Middle School
Rockville, MD 20850
Phone: (301) 337-3400
District: Montgomery County Public Schools
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades 6,7,8 • 1283 students
Julius West Middle School, a public school located in Rockville, MD, serves grades 6-8 in the Montgomery County Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Julius West Middle School is a public school located in Rockville, MD. 1283 students attend Julius West Middle School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 8/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program data from Maryland State Department of Education, and using 2025 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program End-Of-Course data from Maryland State Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 8/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student Growth - Elementary Level data from Maryland State Department of Education, and using 2025 Student Growth - Middle Level data from Maryland State Department of Education. |
Posted: June 25, 2025
i hate this school i cant wait to graduate bru
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Posted: June 4, 2025
It' the most horrible school i ever studied, i left the school in the middle of 7th grade, and through the day i got in the school(6th grade), till the day i left i soffered bulling, people are so disrespectful and unkind on there, Kids use drugs, drink and when I studied in the school 2 girls got pregnant(IN SCHOOL), it's a terrible place, some teachers treat you like trash, but others at least respect you if you have a good grade. I am not american so it was so hard for me to understand some things, and the teacher wouldn't repeat for me. The principal only cares about not using cellphones, airpods or hoodies at school, he litterally do nothing on that school. Also american people won't like you if you are from another cultura. If you want your kid to be good, have good grades and make good friends, DON'T TAKE IT TO JULIUS WEST!
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Very nice community, most people are very friendly it is also a very clean school overall a great environment to be in. The teachers are also very supportive and motivate you to work.
Posted: September 4, 2023
No bad School definitely terrible boo yes
Posted: September 4, 2023
Posted: July 26, 2023
Best school in Maryland my kids are honored to go to this school
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Posted: March 18, 2016
There is a rich ethnic diversity among students and staff. Academically, the standards are high and most teachers are very serious and demanding. My son and I are going to miss JW a lot! Most administrators are very supportive. I had the pleasure to work with some exceptional people including Ms. Erin Martin, Ms. Meghan McDonald and Mr. Harold Dawkins. The principal is very positive, humble, and very dynamic. There are some exceptional teachers at JW such as Ms. Rachel Green, Mr. Osmun, and Ms. Zolghadr. They are very hard working people, supportive, and in control of their classrooms. I highly recommend parents to be very involved in their children's education. Not only they will help them thrive academically, but they will also earn a lot of respect and support from teachers and administrators. I also want to acknowledge two exceptional secretaries, Ms. Ruiz and Ms. Monahan. They are always very pleasant and efficient.
Posted: January 14, 2016
The teachers are not responsible for the students ,and doesn't do anything when my 6th grade child got scars and bruises on her arms. I sued them and the next day after that they finally learned their lesson.
Posted: August 1, 2014
I am a current 8th grader at Julius west all I know is that its great. Ive been there for 3 years and have never had problems ever it is one the best schools in Rockville that ive been too.
Posted: June 9, 2014
I LOVE this school. I am a current 6th grader there and I love it. There is great security and pretty much no bullying problems. I also love R&R (re-teach and re-asses) where we can catch up on any work. The kids and teachers(Mrs. Messing, Mrs. Carter, Mrs. Hast, Mrs.Trail, Mrs. Washington, Madam Berg,Mr. Crarey, Mr. Belec, Mr. Kim, Mr. Lumpkin are just SOME examples)are sooo nice, friendly,understanding and outgoing. There is a school store (that I work at) and many after schoolactivities. Also, Julius West is an International Baccalaureate, Middle Years Program (IB MYP) school. I think Julius West is an amazing school and I would totally, without a doubt reccomend going there. I think it should be #1 and have a 10/10 rating.
Posted: July 7, 2013
I have a 7th grader and the experience with the school is excellent. It's a lot of extracurricular activities for every taste and skills. My son with the school band had the opportunity to play the National Anthem in the football opening game of Richard Montgomery High School. They also went to Hershey Park to participate in band competition. The school got 1st place in orquestra and 2nd place in band among all other schools. The curriculum is excellent . in addition they have the Middle Years International Baccalaureate program in which all kids participate. This is a 5 years program that ends in 10th grade of the RMHS.
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
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| 1 | Old Farm | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Rockville | MD | 2 mi | |
| 2 | White Flint | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Rockville | MD | 3.7 mi | |
| 3 | Lakelands | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Gaithersburg | MD | 4.6 mi | |
| 4 | Norwood | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Olney | MD | 8.1 mi | |
| 5 | Forest Knolls | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Silver Spring | MD | 8.6 mi | |
| 6 | The Willoughby | Condominium/Townhouse | Chevy Chase | MD | 8.9 mi | |
| 7 | DuMont Oaks | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Silver Spring | MD | 9.1 mi | |
| 8 | Water's Landing | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Germantown | MD | 10 mi | |
| 9 | Fox Farm | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Great Falls | VA | 10 mi | |
| 10 | Iverly | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Silver Spring | MD | 10.2 mi | |
| 11 | Hillandale | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Silver Spring | MD | 10.4 mi | |
| 12 | Takoma Park | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Takoma Park | MD | 10.4 mi | |
| 13 | Falls Church City | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Falls Church | VA | 13.5 mi | |
| 14 | Leeway Overlee - N Arlington | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Arlington | VA | 13.5 mi | |
| 15 | Shreevewood | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Falls Church | VA | 13.8 mi | |
| 16 | Barkley | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Fairfax | VA | 14.9 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
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| 1 | Kentlands | Gaithersburg | MD | 5.2 mi | |
| 2 | Silver Spring | Silver Spring | MD | 9.5 mi | |
| 3 | White Oak | Silver Spring | MD | 10.4 mi | |
| 4 | Arlington | Arlington | VA | 11.7 mi | |
| 5 | Georgetown | Washington | DC | 13 mi | |
| 6 | Falls Church | Falls Church | VA | 13 mi | |
| 7 | Vienna | Vienna | VA | 13.2 mi | |
| 8 | West Falls Church | Falls Church | VA | 13.6 mi | |
| 9 | Washington DC | Washington D.C. | DC | 14.7 mi |
| Base | Distance |
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| Walter Reed Medical Center | 6.4 mi. |
| Fort Myer | 14.2 mi. |
| Defense Health Headquarters Falls Church | 14.6 mi. |
| Henderson Hall | 15.1 mi. |
| Pentagon | 15.4 mi. |
| Fort McNair | 16.3 mi. |
| Marine Barracks Washington | 16.4 mi. |
| Washington Navy Yard | 16.6 mi. |
| Coast Guard Headquarters DC | 16.8 mi. |
| Mark Center Alexandria | 17.2 mi. |
| Bolling AFB Joint Base Anacostia | 18.1 mi. |
| NRO Chantilly | 20.3 mi. |
| Fort Meade NSA | 23 mi. |
| Andrews AFB | 23.8 mi. |
| Fort Belvoir | 25.3 mi. |
| Fort Detrick | 28.7 mi. |
| Coast Guard Curtis Bay | 33 mi. |
| Indian Head Naval Base | 33.7 mi. |
| US Naval Academy | 37 mi. |
| Annapolis Naval Station | 37.7 mi. |
| Quantico Marine Base | 40.3 mi. |
| Shepherd Field | 49.3 mi. |
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