For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 761 students in 20601, MD.
The top ranked public middle school in 20601, MD is John Hanson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 20601 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20601, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20601, MD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Hanson Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3165 John Hanson Dr
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-4520
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-4520
Gr: 6-8 | 761 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 20601, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 20601, MD include John Hanson Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20601?
1 public middle schools are located in 20601.
What is the racial composition of students in 20601?
20601 public middle schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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