Serving 1,047 students in grades 6-8, Dwight D. Eisenhower 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 3% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,047 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle serves the northern part of Laurel, MD, covering an area of approximately 12.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School's student population of 1,047 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,047 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Eagles are SOARing to New Heights
School Rankings
Dwight D. Eisenhower 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 Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School is 0.57, 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
#1179 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. 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)41.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
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
Burgundy and Gold
School Mascot
Soaring Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School's ranking?
Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School is ranked #1179 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School?
1,047 students attend Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School?
Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School offer ?
Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School part of?
Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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