G. Gardner Shugart Middle School serves 553 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 was higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
553 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
24%
Black
98%
32%
White
n/a
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
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
How many students attend G. Gardner Shugart Middle School?
553 students attend G. Gardner Shugart Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of G. Gardner Shugart Middle School students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of G. Gardner Shugart Middle School?
G. Gardner Shugart Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does G. Gardner Shugart Middle School offer ?
G. Gardner Shugart Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is G. Gardner Shugart Middle School part of?
G. Gardner Shugart Middle School is part of Prince George's County Public Schools.
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