Serving 603 students in grades 6-8, G. James Gholson 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 18% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: G. James Gholson Middle serves the northwest part of Hyattsville, MD, covering an area of approximately 9.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
G. James Gholson Middle School's student population of 603 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
603 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
In Pursuit of Academic Excellence
School Rankings
G. James Gholson 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 G. James Gholson Middle School is 0.48, 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
#1283 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)
18%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
63%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
31%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is G. James Gholson Middle School's ranking?
G. James Gholson Middle School is ranked #1283 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are G. James Gholson Middle School often compared to?
G. James Gholson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenmoor Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend G. James Gholson Middle School?
603 students attend G. James Gholson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of G. James Gholson Middle School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of G. James Gholson Middle School?
G. James Gholson Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does G. James Gholson Middle School offer ?
G. James Gholson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is G. James Gholson Middle School part of?
G. James Gholson Middle School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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