Serving 1,239 students in grades 6-8, Thomas Johnson 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 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Johnson Middle School's student population of 1,239 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Rankings
Thomas Johnson 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 Thomas Johnson Middle School is 0.55, 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
#1118 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
51%
23%
Black
44%
33%
White
1%
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
72%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Johnson Middle School's ranking?
Thomas Johnson Middle School is ranked #1118 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Thomas Johnson Middle School often compared to?
Thomas Johnson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbelt Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Thomas Johnson Middle School?
1,239 students attend Thomas Johnson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Thomas Johnson Middle School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Johnson Middle School?
Thomas Johnson Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas Johnson Middle School offer ?
Thomas Johnson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas Johnson Middle School part of?
Thomas Johnson Middle School is part of Prince George's County Public Schools.
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