Serving 1,124 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 27%). 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 16:1 is higher than 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 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- 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 1,124 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,124 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
William Wirt 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 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
#1133 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
74%
24%
Black
17%
32%
White
2%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Wirt Middle School's ranking?
William Wirt Middle School is ranked #1133 out of 1,338 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 27% 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?
1,124 students attend William Wirt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of William Wirt Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 7% 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 16:1, which is higher than 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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