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#896 of 1,363 schools in MD
Ernest Everett Just Middle
Middle School · Prince George's County Public Schools
1300 Campus Way N, Mitchellville, MD 20721
Enrollment
775
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
775
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Mitchellville
#2 of 4
public schools
Maryland middle schools
#120 of 224
In district
#128 of 194
Prince George's County Public Schools
About Ernest Everett Just Middle
Ernest Everett Just Middle serves grades 6 through 8 in Mitchellville, Maryland, as a regular public school within Prince George's County. The school enrolls 775 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16.8 to 1, with 46 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. Academically, the school is working with room for growth across key subjects.
In English Language Arts, 36% of students performed at proficient levels or above, while mathematics proficiency stands at 6% across grade levels, indicating that math instruction is an area of significant focus. The school's MySchoolScout Rating of 3.8 out of 10 reflects these challenges, with an academic score of 3.6 out of 10 and a state ranking of 1097 out of 1364 Maryland schools. For families considering Ernest Everett Just Middle, it's worth noting that the school is part of a large suburban area, offering the community atmosphere typical of suburban Mitchellville neighborhoods while being situated within the broader Prince George's County school system.
Score Breakdown
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Ernest Everett Just Middle — Students at Ernest Everett Just Middle score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 8 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.7/10.
How Ernest Everett Just Middle Compares
See how Ernest Everett Just Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 12% (2019) to 6.3% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 38% (2019) to 48% (2025).
Location
1300 Campus Way N, Mitchellville, MD 20721
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ernest Everett Just Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Kettering Middle (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Upper Marlboro), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Kenmoor Middle (rated 6.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Landover), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mitchellville, see our Mitchellville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Arbor Elementary Mitchellville | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| WOODSTREAM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mitchellville | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Phyllis E. Williams Elementary Seabrook | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Academy of Health Sciences at PGCC Largo | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| FOUNDATION LEARNING CENTER THE Landover | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Kettering Elementary Upper Marlboro | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Kettering Middle Upper Marlboro | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Largo High Upper Marlboro | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| International High school @ Largo Upper Marlboro | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Charles Herbert Flowers High Springdale | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Thomas G. Pullen Landover | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| EDIFIED CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY Upper Marlboro | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Ardmore Elementary Springdale | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Kingsford Elementary Mitchellville | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| GENESIS CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Glenarden | 2.3 mi | — |
| H Winship Wheatley E C C Capitol Heights | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Kenmoor Middle Landover | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| SHABACH! CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Landover | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Templeton Elementary Landover | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Kenmoor Early Childhood Center Landover | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20721 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$167,689
Median Home Value
$561,500
Median Rent
$2,394/mo
Population
30,342
College Educated
58.7%
Homeownership
89.1%
Avg Commute
37.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
48.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ernest Everett Just Middle has a median household income of $167,689. It is a well-educated community where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $561,500, with a median rent of $2,394/month. The local poverty rate of 3.6% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| Westminster West Middle Westminster, MD | 5.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ernest Everett Just Middle
What grades does Ernest Everett Just Middle serve?
Ernest Everett Just Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ernest Everett Just Middle?
Ernest Everett Just Middle has an enrollment of approximately 775 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ernest Everett Just Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Ernest Everett Just Middle is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ernest Everett Just Middle rank in MD?
Ernest Everett Just Middle is ranked #896 out of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Ernest Everett Just Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Ernest Everett Just Middle has a composite rating of 5.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ernest Everett Just Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ernest Everett Just Middle has 6.3% math proficiency and 37.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Ernest Everett Just Middle a charter school?
No, Ernest Everett Just Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ernest Everett Just Middle a Title I school?
No, Ernest Everett Just Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ernest Everett Just Middle?
69.5% of students at Ernest Everett Just 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.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 775
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince George's County
- Phone
- (301) 808-4040
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Prince George's County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 131,310
- Schools in District
- 199
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,789
- District Rank
- #128 of 194
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