Serving 835 students in grades 6-8, Esperanza Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 835 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Esperanza Middle serves the eastern part of Lexington Park, MD, covering an area of approximately 36.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Esperanza Middle School's student population of 835 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
835 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Esperanza Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Esperanza Middle School is 0.68, 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
#501 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
27%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
48%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Esperanza Middle School's ranking?
Esperanza Middle School is ranked #501 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Esperanza Middle School often compared to?
Esperanza Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leonardtown Middle School, Spring Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Esperanza Middle School?
835 students attend Esperanza Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Esperanza Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Esperanza Middle School?
Esperanza Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Esperanza Middle School offer ?
Esperanza Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Esperanza Middle School part of?
Esperanza Middle School is part of St. Mary's County School District.
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