Serving 628 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 ≤1% (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 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Benjamin Stoddert Middle serves the west part of Temple Hills, MD, covering an area of approximately 4.7 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benjamin Stoddert Middle School's student population of 628 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
628 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
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 0.47, 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
#1227 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
66%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red & Royal Blue
School Mascot
Eagle
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 #1227 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 Benjamin D. Foulois Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% 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?
628 students attend Benjamin Stoddert Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Benjamin Stoddert Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Stoddert Middle School?
Benjamin Stoddert Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to 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 Prince George's County School District.
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