Serving 1,043 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 25%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 1,043 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Theodore G. Davis Middle School's student population of 1,043 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,043 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Theodore G. Davis 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 Theodore G. Davis Middle School is 0.50, 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
#597 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
69%
33%
White
7%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
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 #597 out of 1,347 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 25% 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?
1,043 students attend Theodore G. Davis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Theodore G. Davis Middle School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Theodore G. Davis Middle School?
Theodore G. Davis Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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