Serving 1,054 students in grades 6-8, Walker Mill 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 12% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,054 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walker Mill Middle serves the northwest part of Capitol Heights, MD, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 8.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Walker Mill Middle School's student population of 1,054 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,054 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Walker Mill 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 Walker Mill Middle School is 0.45, 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
#855 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
27%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
69%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
2%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Yellow
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walker Mill Middle School's ranking?
Walker Mill Middle School is ranked #855 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Walker Mill Middle School often compared to?
Walker Mill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kettering Middle School, William W. Hall Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Walker Mill Middle School?
1,054 students attend Walker Mill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Walker Mill Middle School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walker Mill Middle School?
Walker Mill Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walker Mill Middle School offer ?
Walker Mill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walker Mill Middle School part of?
Walker Mill Middle School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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