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#598 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 44% in state
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
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,000
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Riverdale
#3 of 5
public schools
Maryland middle schools
#43 of 224
In district
#86 of 194
Prince George's County Public Schools
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very strong
About William Wirt Middle
William Wirt Middle serves 1,000 students in grades 6-8 in Riverdale, Maryland, operating as a regular public school in Prince George's County. With 69 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1, providing reasonable class sizes for middle school learners. The school currently faces academic challenges, with room for significant growth in core subjects.
Mathematics proficiency stands at 5% across grade levels, while English Language Arts shows 27% of students performing at or above proficient levels. These results place William Wirt Middle at #1146 out of 1,364 Maryland schools, indicating the school is working to improve student outcomes and support academic development. The school community draws from a diverse suburban neighborhood where families have a median household income of $85,752 and median home values of $351,700.
About 22% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while 15.1% of families experience poverty, reflecting the mixed economic landscape that characterizes many suburban communities. William Wirt Middle is situated in a large suburban setting in Prince George's County, serving families in the established Riverdale community where residential neighborhoods provide a traditional suburban environment for students and families.
Score Breakdown
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William Wirt Middle — Students at William Wirt Middle score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
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 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: 7.3/10.
How William Wirt Middle Compares
See how William Wirt Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 8% (2019) to 6.3% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 24% (2019) to 33.8% (2025).
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. Woodridge Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Hyattsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Riverdale Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 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 | 5.8 |
| Beacon Heights Elementary Riverdale | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| College Park Academy Riverdale | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Riverdale Elementary Riverdale | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Port Towns Elementary Bladensburg | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| 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 | 4.8 |
| Woodridge Elementary Hyattsville | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Berwyn Heights Elementary Berwyn Heights | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Glenridge Elementary Landover Hills | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Paint Branch Elementary College Park | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Bladensburg High Bladensburg | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Lamont Elementary New Carrollton | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| 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 | 5.8 |
| Cooper Lane Elementary Landover Hills | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Dora Kennedy French Immersion Greenbelt | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding William Wirt Middle has a median household income of $84,241. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $370,300, with a median rent of $1,619/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.6%. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aberdeen Middle Aberdeen, MD | 6.7 |
| Berlin Intermediate Berlin, MD | 6.7 |
| E. Russell Hicks Middle Hagerstown, MD | 6.7 |
| Kettering Middle Upper Marlboro, MD | 6.7 |
| Lakelands Park Middle Gaithersburg, MD | 6.7 |
| Neelsville Middle Germantown, MD | 6.7 |
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 is ranked #598 out of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is William Wirt Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
William Wirt Middle has a composite rating of 6.7 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 William Wirt Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, William Wirt Middle has 5.3% math proficiency and 24.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
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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
- Phone
- (301) 985-1720
- 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
- #86 of 194
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