Serving 873 students in grades 6-8, James Madison 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 4% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 873 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Madison Middle School's student population of 873 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
873 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James Madison Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Madison Middle School is 0.35, 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
#1035 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
18%
22%
Black
79%
33%
White
3%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Madison Middle School's ranking?
James Madison Middle School is ranked #1035 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are James Madison Middle School often compared to?
James Madison Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chesapeake Math And It South Public Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend James Madison Middle School?
873 students attend James Madison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of James Madison Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Madison Middle School?
James Madison Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Madison Middle School offer ?
James Madison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is James Madison Middle School part of?
James Madison Middle School is part of Prince George's County School District.
School Reviews
2 12/7/2015
I dont think that some of the faculty is as committed to providing the proper education to our children. I have 2 children attending the school at this time and I am not pleased at all. Some of the teachers do not know how to interact with some of the students and parents. The Guidance Counselor's are never available except for Ms Nelson Genius. Who is a very caring and dedicated person.
5 8/20/2012
I attend this school back in 1978 out standing school teachers and student great!!
5 7/1/2007
level of parent involvement is very nice the pricipales are great most of all mr .king
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