Serving 1,000 students in grades 6-8, William Wirt 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 5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,000 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Wirt Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
William Wirt Middle School's student population of 1,000 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,000 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
William Wirt 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 William Wirt Middle School is 0.42, 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
#1124 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
74%
23%
Black
16%
33%
White
2%
32%
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
87%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Wirt Middle School's ranking?
William Wirt Middle School is ranked #1124 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are William Wirt Middle School often compared to?
William Wirt Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crofton Middle School, Samuel Ogle Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend William Wirt Middle School?
1,000 students attend William Wirt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of William Wirt Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Wirt Middle School?
William Wirt Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does William Wirt Middle School offer ?
William Wirt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is William Wirt Middle School part of?
William Wirt Middle School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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