Serving 1,022 students in grades 6-8, Drew-freeman 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 17% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 1,022 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Drew Freeman Middle serves the western part of its school district in District Heights, MD, covering an area of approximately 7.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance from the school being about 3.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Drew-freeman Middle School's student population of 1,022 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,022 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Rankings
Drew-freeman 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 Drew-freeman Middle School is 0.41, 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
#1295 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
25%
24%
Black
73%
32%
White
1%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drew-freeman Middle School's ranking?
Drew-freeman Middle School is ranked #1295 out of 1,338 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Drew-freeman Middle School?
1,022 students attend Drew-freeman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Drew-freeman Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Drew-freeman Middle School?
Drew-freeman Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Drew-freeman Middle School offer ?
Drew-freeman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Drew-freeman Middle School part of?
Drew-freeman Middle School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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