Serving 1,075 students in grades 6-8, Drew-freeman 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,075 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Drew-freeman Middle School's student population of 1,075 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,075 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Rankings
Drew-freeman Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Drew-freeman Middle School is 0.40, 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
#1295 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
24%
23%
Black
74%
33%
White
1%
32%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drew-freeman Middle School's ranking?
Drew-freeman Middle School is ranked #1295 out of 1,338 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Drew-freeman Middle School?
1,075 students attend Drew-freeman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Drew-freeman Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Drew-freeman Middle School?
Drew-freeman Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Drew-freeman Middle School offer ?
Drew-freeman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Drew-freeman Middle School part of?
Drew-freeman Middle School is part of Prince George's County Public Schools.
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