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Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High

12650 Brooke Ln, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772, United States
+1 (301) 780-2100
http://www.pgcps.org/drhenrywisejr/
2.4
Overall Rating

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Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High Overview

About This School

Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High is a public high in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, serving 2,291 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 40% proficiency in ELA and 8% proficiency in math. The school maintains a staff of 121 teachers with an average salary of $84,203 and an 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 327 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 50% male and 50% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 74% Black, 22% Hispanic, 2% White, and 1% Two or More Races.

2,291
Total Students
Grade 9-12
18:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
121 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts40%
Mathematics8%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Prince George'S County
Students per Counselor
327:1

Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

40%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 37%State Avg: 44%
8%
Mathematics
City Avg: 10%State Avg: 26%
N/A
Science

Class Information

18:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.3:1
State Avg: 13.5:1
327
Students per Counselor

Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
121

Average Teacher Salary

$84,203
City Avg: $84,203
State Avg: $84,033

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Students per Counselor327:1

Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High Student Demographics

Student Body

49.5%
Male
50.46%
Female
Total Enrollment: 2,291 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White1.92%
Hispanic21.69%
Asian0.39%
Black74.33%
Two or More Races1.05%
Native American0.44%

Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High

Q: What is Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High?

A: Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High is a high public located in Upper Marlboro.

Q: How many students attend Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High?

A: Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High has approximately 2,291 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High is 18:1.

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Detailed Information about Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High

Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High is a public high in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, serving 2,291 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 40% proficiency in ELA and 8% proficiency in math. The school maintains a staff of 121 teachers with an average salary of $84,203 and an 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 327 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 50% male and 50% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 74% Black, 22% Hispanic, 2% White, and 1% Two or More Races.

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About Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High - Upper Marlboro, MD

Quick Facts about Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High
School NameDr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location12650 Brooke Ln, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772, Upper Marlboro, MD
CountyPrince George'S County
Phone+1 (301) 780-2100
Total Students2,291
Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Full-Time Teachers121
Rating2.4/10
ELA Proficiency40%
Math Proficiency8%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High

What is Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High?

Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High is a high public located in Upper Marlboro.

How many students attend Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High?

Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High has approximately 2,291 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High?

The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High is 18:1.

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