Serving 727 students in grades 6-8, John Hanson 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 7% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 90% 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: 727 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John Hanson Middle School serves the northeast part of Waldorf, MD, covering an area of approximately 63.4 square miles. The average drive to the school is around 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 14.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Hanson Middle School's student population of 727 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
727 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Rankings
John Hanson 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 John Hanson Middle School is 0.59, 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
#1123 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
60%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)35.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Hanson Middle School's ranking?
John Hanson Middle School is ranked #1123 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are John Hanson Middle School often compared to?
John Hanson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Stoddert Middle School, Mattawoman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend John Hanson Middle School?
727 students attend John Hanson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of John Hanson Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Hanson Middle School?
John Hanson Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does John Hanson Middle School offer ?
John Hanson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Hanson Middle School part of?
John Hanson Middle School is part of Charles County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Well, i defintaly would recomend this school, i went their! I thought it taught me alot and the teachers are always willing to help. I didn't think the school was to strict on policies but when i got to high school, John Hanson really was pretty relaxed. I took chorus all three years and we took a lot of feild trips they were always fun. They do give awards but you do have to earn them. John Hanson isn't the most high tech school but my sister goes their now and it keeps improving. So if you want a good school with very willing teachers that teach the old fashion way with textbooks and with computers, this is your school
2 10/10/2025
Clearly from the post from this other student, they couldn't even teach them to spell. THERE***
The teachers are wonderful but a lot of the children that attend this school have no respect. Unless you want you children to be surrounded by other children that will bring them down I suggest moving. Its a reflection of the parents, while there are good you have a lot of bad.
2 10/10/2025
Unfortunately it seems most of the administration has given up and let the rowdy children who constantly disrupt class go ahead and do what they want. I feel genuinely sorry for any of the children there who want to learn because the majority of the students here have absolutely no respect for anyone. The lack of respect shown by these children is also a sad reflection on their families (parents, we HAVE to teach our children to be better than this!!) and I wish they would realize how they are making themselves look. Brushing off education to be one of the "cool kids" is not going to do them any favors in life.
5 10/10/2025
good school
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