publicmiddleGrade 6-8

Matthew Henson Middle School

3535 Livingston Rd, Indian Head, MD 20640, United States

+1 (301) 375-8550

http://henson.ccboe.com/

2.5

Overall Rating

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Matthew Henson Middle School Overview

About This School

Matthew Henson Middle School is a public middle in Indian Head, Maryland, serving 701 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 39% in ELA and 11% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1 with 38 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $79,046. Counseling resources include one counselor for every 233 students. Students at the school are 52% male and 48% female. The demographic breakdown includes 63% Black, 14% Hispanic, 12% White, 9% Two or More Races, and 3% Asian students.

701

Total Students

Grade 6-8

18:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

38 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts39%

Mathematics11%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 6-8

County

Charles County

Students per Counselor

233:1

Matthew Henson Middle School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

39%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 33%State Avg: 44%

11%

Mathematics

City Avg: 15%State Avg: 26%

N/A

Science

Class Information

18:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 15.2:1

State Avg: 13.5:1

233

Students per Counselor

Matthew Henson Middle School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$79,046

City Avg: $79,046

State Avg: $84,033

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio18:1

Students per Counselor233:1

Matthew Henson Middle School Student Demographics

Student Body

51.93%

Male

48.07%

Female

Total Enrollment: 701 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White11.55%

Hispanic13.98%

Asian2.71%

Black62.77%

Two or More Races8.7%

Native American0.14%

Matthew Henson Middle School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Matthew Henson Middle School

Q: What is Matthew Henson Middle School?

A: Matthew Henson Middle School is a middle public located in Indian Head.

Q: How many students attend Matthew Henson Middle School?

A: Matthew Henson Middle School has approximately 701 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Matthew Henson Middle School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Matthew Henson Middle School is 18:1.

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Detailed Information about Matthew Henson Middle School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Matthew Henson Middle School - Indian Head, MD

Quick Facts about Matthew Henson Middle School
School Name	Matthew Henson Middle School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 6-8
Location	3535 Livingston Rd, Indian Head, MD 20640, Indian Head, MD
County	Charles County
Phone	+1 (301) 375-8550
Total Students	701
Student-Teacher Ratio	18:1
Full-Time Teachers	38
Rating	2.5/10
ELA Proficiency	39%
Math Proficiency	11%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Matthew Henson Middle School

What is Matthew Henson Middle School?

Matthew Henson Middle School is a middle public located in Indian Head.

How many students attend Matthew Henson Middle School?

Matthew Henson Middle School has approximately 701 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Matthew Henson Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Matthew Henson Middle School is 18:1.

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