Serving 733 students in grades 6-8, Stephen Decatur Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stephen Decatur Middle School's student population of 733 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
733 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Stephen Decatur Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stephen Decatur Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1124 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
29%
23%
Black
66%
33%
White
3%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stephen Decatur Middle School's ranking?
Stephen Decatur Middle School is ranked #1124 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Stephen Decatur Middle School?
733 students attend Stephen Decatur Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Stephen Decatur Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stephen Decatur Middle School?
Stephen Decatur Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stephen Decatur Middle School offer ?
Stephen Decatur Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stephen Decatur Middle School part of?
Stephen Decatur Middle School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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