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Benjamin Stoddert Middle

Middle School · Prince George's County Public Schools

2501 Olson St, Temple Hills, MD 20748

Enrollment

599

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#841 of 1,363

In Temple Hills

#5 of 10

public schools

In district

#71 of 194

Prince George's County Public Schools

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Benjamin Stoddert Middle

5.7/10

Middle School in Temple Hills · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Benjamin Stoddert Middle

Benjamin Stoddert Middle is a public middle school in Temple Hills, MD, part of Prince George's County Public Schools. Benjamin Stoddert Middle serves approximately 599 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Benjamin Stoddert Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #841 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Benjamin Stoddert Middle show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • MD avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Benjamin Stoddert Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

51% of students at Benjamin Stoddert Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.7% (2025 MCAP)
Reading vs. State Avg-25.4 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,789
Chronic Absenteeism50.6%

Benjamin Stoddert Middle — Students at Benjamin Stoddert Middle score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 16.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 32.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (2025 MCAP)

Based on 27 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
29%
ELA
50%
2010
Math
31%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
29%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
3%
ELA
11%
2015
Math
7%
ELA
16%
2016
Math
7%
ELA
13%
2018
Math
8%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
8%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
0.5%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
0.5%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
0.5%
ELA
26%
2025
ELA
25.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Benjamin Stoddert Middle Compares

See how Benjamin Stoddert Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in MD
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
50.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2501 Olson St, Temple Hills, MD 20748

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Benjamin Stoddert Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Imagine Lincoln PCS (rated 7.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valley View Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Oxon Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maya Angelou French Immersion (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Temple Hills, see our Temple Hills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Imagine Lincoln PCS Temple Hills 0.1 mi 7.8
Hillcrest Heights Elementary Temple Hills 0.7 mi 5.2
Overlook Elementary Temple Hills 1.3 mi 6.8
Samuel Chase Elementary Temple Hills 1.4 mi 3.7
Maya Angelou French Immersion Temple Hills 1.2 mi 6.9
Barnaby Manor Elementary Oxon Hill 1.3 mi 5.0
Panorama Elementary Temple Hills 1.2 mi 4.8
J. Frank Dent Elementary Fort Washington 1.6 mi 5.4
Suitland Elementary Suitland 1.9 mi 4.7
William Beanes Elementary Suitland 1.7 mi 3.6
WASHINGTON SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Washington 1.7 mi 6.3
Potomac High Oxon Hill 1.7 mi 4.9
BISHOP JOHN T WALKER SCHOOL FOR BOYS Washington 1.8 mi 5.8
BISHOP JOHN T. WALKER SCHOOL FOR BOYS Washington 1.8 mi 3.4
AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Parklands at THEARC Washington 1.8 mi 6.3
Allenwood Elementary Temple Hills 2.1 mi 4.8
AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Douglas Knoll Washington 1.9 mi 3.8
Valley View Elementary Oxon Hill 2.0 mi 7.1
I Dream PCS Washington 2.3 mi 6.4
Beers ES Washington 2.4 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20748 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,160

Median Home Value

$355,600

Median Rent

$1,586/mo

Population

40,094

College Educated

27.8%

Homeownership

56.6%

Avg Commute

37.2 min

Poverty Rate

12.2%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Benjamin Stoddert Middle

What grades does Benjamin Stoddert Middle serve?

Benjamin Stoddert Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Benjamin Stoddert Middle?

Benjamin Stoddert Middle has an enrollment of approximately 599 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Stoddert Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Stoddert Middle is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Benjamin Stoddert Middle rank in MD?

Benjamin Stoddert Middle ranks #841 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Benjamin Stoddert Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Benjamin Stoddert Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Benjamin Stoddert Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Benjamin Stoddert Middle has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Benjamin Stoddert Middle a charter school?

No, Benjamin Stoddert Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Benjamin Stoddert Middle a Title I school?

No, Benjamin Stoddert Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benjamin Stoddert Middle?

83.1% of students at Benjamin Stoddert Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Prince George's County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
50.6%

District

Prince George's County Public Schools
District Enrollment
131,310
Schools in District
199
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,789
District Rank
#71 of 194

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