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#697 of 1,363 schools in MD
William Wirt Middle
Middle School · Prince George's County Public Schools
6200 Tuckerman St, Riverdale, MD 20737
Enrollment
1,000
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,000
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#697 of 1,363
In Riverdale
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#54 of 194
Prince George's County Public Schools
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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William Wirt Middle
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About William Wirt Middle
William Wirt Middle is a public middle school in Riverdale, MD, part of Prince George's County Public Schools. William Wirt Middle serves approximately 1,000 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. William Wirt Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #697 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for William Wirt Middle show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- MD avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
52% of students at William Wirt 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
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William Wirt Middle — Students at William Wirt Middle score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.4%
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: 8.7/10.
How William Wirt Middle Compares
See how William Wirt 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
6200 Tuckerman St, Riverdale, MD 20737
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Wirt Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Dora Kennedy French Immersion (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Greenbelt), which scores notably higher. Another option is College Park Academy (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRIENDS COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby College Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Riverdale, see our Riverdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Parkdale High Riverdale | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Beacon Heights Elementary Riverdale | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| College Park Academy Riverdale | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Riverdale Elementary Riverdale | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Port Towns Elementary Bladensburg | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| ELIZABETH SETON HIGH SCHOOL Bladensburg | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| FRIENDS COMMUNITY SCHOOL College Park | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Rogers Heights Elementary Bladensburg | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Woodridge Elementary Hyattsville | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Berwyn Heights Elementary Berwyn Heights | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Glenridge Elementary Landover Hills | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Paint Branch Elementary College Park | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Bladensburg High Bladensburg | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Lamont Elementary New Carrollton | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| NEW HOPE ACADEMY Landover Hills | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| NEW HOPE ACADEMY Hyattsville | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Landover Hills | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Charles Carroll Middle New Carrollton | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Cooper Lane Elementary Landover Hills | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Dora Kennedy French Immersion Greenbelt | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20737 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,241
Median Home Value
$370,300
Median Rent
$1,619/mo
Population
24,987
College Educated
21.8%
Homeownership
49.6%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
32.1
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|---|---|
| Brunswick Middle Brunswick, MD | 6.3 |
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| Esperanza Middle Lexington Park, MD | 6.3 |
| Monocacy Middle Frederick, MD | 6.3 |
| Oxon Hill Middle Fort Washington, MD | 6.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Wirt Middle
What grades does William Wirt Middle serve?
William Wirt Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend William Wirt Middle?
William Wirt Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,000 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Wirt Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at William Wirt Middle is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Wirt Middle rank in MD?
William Wirt Middle ranks #697 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is William Wirt Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
William Wirt 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 William Wirt Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Wirt Middle has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is William Wirt Middle a charter school?
No, William Wirt Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Wirt Middle a Title I school?
No, William Wirt Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Wirt Middle?
93.4% of students at William Wirt 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
- 1,000
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 69
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince George's County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.7%
- Phone
- (301) 985-1720
Resources & Links
District
Prince George's County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 131,310
- Schools in District
- 199
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,789
- District Rank
- #54 of 194
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