Serving 702 students in grades 6-8, Gwynn Park 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 4% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gwynn Park Middle serves the southern part of Brandywine, MD, covering an area of approximately 125.3 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with the furthest students located up to 14.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gwynn Park Middle School's student population of 702 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
702 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Together We Make a Difference.
School Rankings
Gwynn Park 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 Gwynn Park Middle School is 0.40, 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
#1226 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
76%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)28.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gwynn Park Middle School's ranking?
Gwynn Park Middle School is ranked #1226 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Gwynn Park Middle School often compared to?
Gwynn Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Madison Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Gwynn Park Middle School?
702 students attend Gwynn Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Gwynn Park Middle School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gwynn Park Middle School?
Gwynn Park Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gwynn Park Middle School offer ?
Gwynn Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gwynn Park Middle School part of?
Gwynn Park Middle School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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