Serving 1,058 students in grades 6-8, Benjamin Tasker 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 17% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,058 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Tasker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Benjamin Tasker Middle School's student population of 1,058 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,058 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Benjamin Tasker Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Tasker Middle School is 0.52, 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
#641 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
15%
24%
Black
67%
32%
White
11%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Tasker Middle School's ranking?
Benjamin Tasker Middle School is ranked #641 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Benjamin Tasker Middle School often compared to?
Benjamin Tasker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Samuel Ogle Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Tasker Middle School?
1,058 students attend Benjamin Tasker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Benjamin Tasker Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Tasker Middle School?
Benjamin Tasker Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benjamin Tasker Middle School offer ?
Benjamin Tasker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benjamin Tasker Middle School part of?
Benjamin Tasker Middle School is part of Prince George's County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school is ok, The academic level and the extacurricalar activites are ok to. The facilities are good. Very nice. The level of parent involvement are high because they are there for there kids. I used to go to this school
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