Serving 749 students in grades 6-8, G. James Gholson 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 3% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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G. James Gholson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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G. James Gholson Middle School's student population of 749 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
In Pursuit of Academic Excellence
G. James Gholson 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 G. James Gholson Middle School is 0.49, 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
#1283 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
35%
23%
Black
63%
33%
White
1%
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
79%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is G. James Gholson Middle School's ranking?
G. James Gholson Middle School is ranked #1283 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are G. James Gholson Middle School often compared to?
G. James Gholson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenmoor Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend G. James Gholson Middle School?
749 students attend G. James Gholson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of G. James Gholson Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of G. James Gholson Middle School?
G. James Gholson Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does G. James Gholson Middle School offer ?
G. James Gholson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is G. James Gholson Middle School part of?
G. James Gholson Middle School is part of Prince George's County Public Schools.
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