For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,303 students in 20772, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20772, MD are Chesapeake Math And It South Public Charter and James Madison Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 20772 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20772, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).
Best 20772, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chesapeake Math And It South Public Charter
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9822 Fallard Ct
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(240) 573-7250
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(240) 573-7250
Gr: K-12 | 1,503 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
James Madison Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7300 Woodyard Road
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 599-2422
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 599-2422
Gr: 6-8 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 20772, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20772, MD include Chesapeake Math And It South Public Charter and James Madison Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20772?
2 public middle schools are located in 20772.
What is the racial composition of students in 20772?
20772 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).
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