Serving 999 students in grades 6-8, Theodore G. Davis 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 21% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 999 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Theodore G. Davis Middle School is located in the northern part of Waldorf, MD, covering an area of approximately 9.6 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest point in the zone being about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Theodore G. Davis Middle School's student population of 999 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
999 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
One Community... One Vision... Excellence!
School Rankings
Theodore G. Davis Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Theodore G. Davis Middle School is 0.49, 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
#627 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
70%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-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 Theodore G. Davis Middle School's ranking?
Theodore G. Davis Middle School is ranked #627 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Theodore G. Davis Middle School often compared to?
Theodore G. Davis Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mattawoman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Theodore G. Davis Middle School?
999 students attend Theodore G. Davis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Theodore G. Davis Middle School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Theodore G. Davis Middle School?
Theodore G. Davis Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Theodore G. Davis Middle School offer ?
Theodore G. Davis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Theodore G. Davis Middle School part of?
Theodore G. Davis Middle School is part of Charles County School District.
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