Serving 920 students in grades 6-8, Benjamin Stoddert 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 10% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 920 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Benjamin Stoddert Middle School serves the northeast part of Waldorf, MD, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest boundary located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benjamin Stoddert Middle School's student population of 920 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
920 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1976
School Rankings
Benjamin Stoddert Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Stoddert Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1078 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
23%
24%
Black
64%
32%
White
4%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Stoddert Middle School's ranking?
Benjamin Stoddert Middle School is ranked #1078 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Benjamin Stoddert Middle School often compared to?
Benjamin Stoddert Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Hanson Middle School, Mattawoman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Stoddert Middle School?
920 students attend Benjamin Stoddert Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Benjamin Stoddert Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Stoddert Middle School?
Benjamin Stoddert Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benjamin Stoddert Middle School offer ?
Benjamin Stoddert Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benjamin Stoddert Middle School part of?
Benjamin Stoddert Middle School is part of Charles County School District.
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