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#701 of 1,363 schools in MD
Esperanza Middle
Middle School · St. Mary's County Public Schools
22790 Maple Rd, Lexington Park, MD 20653
Enrollment
842
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
842
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#701 of 1,363
In Lexington Park
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#14 of 26
St. Mary's County Public Schools
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Esperanza Middle
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About Esperanza Middle
Esperanza Middle is a public middle school in Lexington Park, MD, part of St. Mary's County Public Schools. Esperanza Middle serves approximately 842 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
Esperanza Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #701 of 1,363 schools in MD. Structured state assessment records for Esperanza Middle show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- MD avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Esperanza Middle — Students at Esperanza Middle score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.2/10.
How Esperanza Middle Compares
See how Esperanza Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
22790 Maple Rd, Lexington Park, MD 20653
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Esperanza Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Chesapeake Charter School (rated 8.4/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Evergreen Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby California), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hollywood Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Hollywood), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lexington Park, see our Lexington Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Green Holly Elementary School Lexington Park | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Town Creek Elementary Lexington Park | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Greenview Knolls Elementary Great Mills | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| George Washington Carver Elementary Great Mills | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| OUR LADY STAR OF THE SEA SCHOOL Solomons | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Great Mills High Great Mills | 3.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Lexington Park Elementary Lexington Park | 2.8 mi | 4.3 |
| LEXINGTON PARK BAPTIST CHURCH PRESCHOOL Lexington Park | 2.9 mi | — |
| Chesapeake Charter School Lexington Park | 3.4 mi | 8.4 |
| LITTLE FLOWER SCHOOL Great Mills | 3.8 mi | 7.1 |
| STARMARKER SCHOOL EARLY EDUCATION WILDWOOD California | 3.2 mi | — |
| THE KINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Callaway | 3.8 mi | 6.0 |
| BAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington Park | 4.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Hollywood Elementary Hollywood | 4.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Dowell Elementary Lusby | 4.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Evergreen Elementary School California | 4.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Park Hall Elementary Park Hall | 5.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Patuxent High Lusby | 5.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ST JOHN'S ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hollywood | 4.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Mill Creek Middle Lusby | 5.4 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20653 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,923
Median Home Value
$341,900
Median Rent
$1,579/mo
Population
26,799
College Educated
33.8%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
33.6
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|---|---|
| Brunswick Middle Brunswick, MD | 6.3 |
| Ernest Everett Just Middle Mitchellville, MD | 6.3 |
| Monocacy Middle Frederick, MD | 6.3 |
| Oxon Hill Middle Fort Washington, MD | 6.3 |
| William Wirt Middle Riverdale, MD | 6.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Esperanza Middle
What grades does Esperanza Middle serve?
Esperanza Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Esperanza Middle?
Esperanza Middle has an enrollment of approximately 842 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Esperanza Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Esperanza Middle is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Esperanza Middle rank in MD?
Esperanza Middle ranks #701 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Esperanza Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Esperanza 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 Esperanza Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Esperanza Middle has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Esperanza Middle a charter school?
No, Esperanza Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Esperanza Middle a Title I school?
No, Esperanza Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Esperanza Middle?
40.9% of students at Esperanza 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 842
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- St. Mary's County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.9%
- Phone
- (301) 863-4016
Resources & Links
District
St. Mary's County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 17,223
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,088
- District Rank
- #14 of 26
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