Serving 858 students in grades 6-8, Briggs Chaney 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 12% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 858 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Briggs Chaney Middle School's student population of 858 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
858 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Briggs Chaney 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 Briggs Chaney Middle School is 0.64, 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
#918 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
29%
24%
Black
52%
32%
White
6%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briggs Chaney Middle School's ranking?
Briggs Chaney Middle School is ranked #918 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Briggs Chaney Middle School often compared to?
Briggs Chaney Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Oak Middle School, Benjamin Banneker Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Briggs Chaney Middle School?
858 students attend Briggs Chaney Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Briggs Chaney Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Briggs Chaney Middle School?
Briggs Chaney Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Briggs Chaney Middle School offer ?
Briggs Chaney Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Briggs Chaney Middle School part of?
Briggs Chaney Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/24/2025
This school is super good I just started here and i love it.
5 10/10/2025
It is good!
5 10/10/2025
This school is fun, very-well educated and brings me joy every time I arrive to the school.
4 10/10/2025
The school is not that bad. It's actually fun over there! Besides all the fighting... it is all good.
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