Serving 760 students in grades 6-8, Odessa Shannon 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 5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 760 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Odessa Shannon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Odessa Shannon Middle School's student population of 760 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
760 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Odessa Shannon 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 Odessa Shannon Middle School is 0.52, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#930 out of 1343 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
65%
21%
Black
23%
33%
White
5%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Odessa Shannon Middle School's ranking?
Odessa Shannon Middle School is ranked #930 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Odessa Shannon Middle School?
760 students attend Odessa Shannon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Odessa Shannon Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Odessa Shannon Middle School?
Odessa Shannon Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Odessa Shannon Middle School offer ?
Odessa Shannon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Odessa Shannon Middle School part of?
Odessa Shannon Middle School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
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Too much fights and there's a school shooter.
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I have a question about if you want to take guitar class next year 6th grade do I rent the guitar or do you give me one when I go to the class for the first time ?
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