Serving 675 students in grades 6-8, Matthew Henson 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 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Matthew Henson Middle School's student population of 675 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
675 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Rankings
Matthew Henson 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 Matthew Henson Middle School is 0.57, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
13%
23%
Black
63%
33%
White
11%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matthew Henson Middle School's ranking?
Matthew Henson 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 Matthew Henson Middle School often compared to?
Matthew Henson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like General Smallwood Middle School, Mattawoman Middle School 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 Matthew Henson Middle School?
675 students attend Matthew Henson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Matthew Henson Middle School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Matthew Henson Middle School?
Matthew Henson Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Matthew Henson Middle School offer ?
Matthew Henson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Matthew Henson Middle School part of?
Matthew Henson Middle School is part of Charles County School District.
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