Serving 749 students in grades 6-8, Samuel Ogle Middle School ranks in the top 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 16% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samuel Ogle Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Samuel Ogle Middle School's student population of 749 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Samuel Ogle Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Samuel Ogle Middle School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#500 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
20%
21%
Black
61%
33%
White
12%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuel Ogle Middle School's ranking?
Samuel Ogle Middle School is ranked #500 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Samuel Ogle Middle School often compared to?
Samuel Ogle Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Tasker Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Samuel Ogle Middle School?
749 students attend Samuel Ogle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Samuel Ogle Middle School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Samuel Ogle Middle School?
Samuel Ogle Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Samuel Ogle Middle School offer ?
Samuel Ogle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Samuel Ogle Middle School part of?
Samuel Ogle Middle School is part of Prince George''s County Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 7/12/2010
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