Serving 1,242 students in grades 6-8, Greenbelt 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 18% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenbelt Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Greenbelt Middle School's student population of 1,242 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Mascot
Bears
School Rankings
Greenbelt 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 Greenbelt Middle School is 0.62, 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
#785 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
38%
23%
Black
49%
33%
White
5%
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
66%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bears
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenbelt Middle School's ranking?
Greenbelt Middle School is ranked #785 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Greenbelt Middle School often compared to?
Greenbelt Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Johnson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Greenbelt Middle School?
1,242 students attend Greenbelt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Greenbelt Middle School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenbelt Middle School?
Greenbelt Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greenbelt Middle School offer ?
Greenbelt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greenbelt Middle School part of?
Greenbelt Middle School is part of Prince George's County 51爆料s.
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