James Madison Middle School

7300 Woodyard Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 891 students in grades 6-8, James Madison Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 891 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50% in MD
  • : 4% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

School Overview

James Madison Middle School's student population of 891 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
891 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
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School Rankings

James Madison Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Madison Middle School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (MD)
#976 out of 1343 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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4%
20%
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27%
36%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
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Hispanic
16%
21%
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Black
80%
33%
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White
2%
34%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
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0.34
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is James Madison Middle School's ranking?
James Madison Middle School is ranked #976 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are James Madison Middle School often compared to?
James Madison Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chesapeake Math And It South Public Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend James Madison Middle School?
891 students attend James Madison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of James Madison Middle School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Madison Middle School?
James Madison Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Madison Middle School offer ?
James Madison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is James Madison Middle School part of?
James Madison Middle School is part of Prince George''s County Public Schools School District.

School Reviews

2   12/7/2015
I dont think that some of the faculty is as committed to providing the proper education to our children. I have 2 children attending the school at this time and I am not pleased at all. Some of the teachers do not know how to interact with some of the students and parents. The Guidance Counselor's are never available except for Ms Nelson Genius. Who is a very caring and dedicated person.
- Posted by Parent - TLLge
5   8/20/2012
I attend this school back in 1978 out standing school teachers and student great!!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - tangl
5   7/1/2007
level of parent involvement is very nice the pricipales are great most of all mr .king
- Posted by Student/Alumni - benso

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 891 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 4% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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