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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

6.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#698 of 1,363

In Mitchellville

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#55 of 194

Prince George's County Public Schools

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Ernest Everett Just Middle

6.3/10

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

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4.2/10

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About Ernest Everett Just Middle

Ernest Everett Just Middle is a public middle school in Mitchellville, MD, part of Prince George's County Public Schools. Ernest Everett Just Middle serves approximately 775 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ernest Everett Just Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #698 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Ernest Everett Just Middle show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • MD avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6.4% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.4% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-23.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.7 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment5.3Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,789
Chronic Absenteeism25.4%

Ernest Everett Just Middle — Students at Ernest Everett Just Middle score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 24.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 48.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (2025 MCAP)

Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
46%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
14%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
3%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
3%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
4%
ELA
35%
2025
Math
6.4%
ELA
43.4%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Ernest Everett Just Middle Compares

See how Ernest Everett Just Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
49th percentile in MD
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
5.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.4%

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

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. Kenmoor Middle (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Landover), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kettering Middle (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Upper Marlboro), which scores slightly higher. 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 4.2
WOODSTREAM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mitchellville 0.7 mi 6.8
Phyllis E. Williams Elementary Seabrook 1.3 mi 8.8
Academy of Health Sciences at PGCC Largo 1.4 mi 9.5
FOUNDATION LEARNING CENTER THE Landover 1.2 mi 6.2
Kettering Elementary Upper Marlboro 1.4 mi 3.6
Kettering Middle Upper Marlboro 1.3 mi 7.3
Largo High Upper Marlboro 1.5 mi 5.3
International High school @ Largo Upper Marlboro 1.5 mi 6.5
Charles Herbert Flowers High Springdale 1.7 mi 5.7
Thomas G. Pullen Landover 1.4 mi 7.8
EDIFIED CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY Upper Marlboro 2.0 mi 6.5
Ardmore Elementary Springdale 2.1 mi 5.5
Kingsford Elementary Mitchellville 1.8 mi 4.7
GENESIS CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Glenarden 2.3 mi
H Winship Wheatley E C C Capitol Heights 2.6 mi 5.6
Kenmoor Middle Landover 2.3 mi 7.6
SHABACH! CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Landover 2.5 mi 6.4
Templeton Elementary Landover 2.4 mi 4.6
Kenmoor Early Childhood Center Landover 2.4 mi 5.6

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

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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 ranks #698 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Ernest Everett Just Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Ernest Everett Just Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Ernest Everett Just Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ernest Everett Just Middle has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.4%

District

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

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