Arthur Middleton Elementary School

1109 Copley Ave
Waldorf, MD 20602

middleton.ccboe.com/

774 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Arthur Middleton Elementary School, located on Copley Avenue in Waldorf, Maryland, is a public school serving the Charles County community. As part of the Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) district, the school is committed to providing a supportive academic environment that focuses on foundational learning, student development, and community engagement. The school typically serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, emphasizing a well-rounded curriculum designed to prepare children for success in their future educational endeavors.

Beyond core academic instruction, Arthur Middleton Elementary places a strong emphasis on fostering a positive school culture where students are encouraged to be responsible, respectful, and ready to learn. The school actively partners with parents and local organizations to enrich the student experience through various programs and initiatives. By maintaining a focus on high standards and inclusive educational practices, Arthur Middleton serves as a central hub for neighborhood families, striving to create a safe and collaborative space where all students can grow and thrive.

774

Total Students

49.0

Full-Time Teachers

15.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

48.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Arthur Middleton Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	34
Hispanic	193
Black	456
Asian	24
Two or More	65
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

Black
456 (58.9%)
Hispanic
193 (24.9%)
Two or More
65 (8.4%)
White
34 (4.4%)
Asian
24 (3.1%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Charles County Public Schools
Phone:	(301)645-3338
Website:	http://middleton.ccboe.com/
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	774
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	49.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	312
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	66

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 58

Kindergarten 129

Grade 1 127

Grade 2 115

Grade 3 111

Grade 4 119

Grade 5 115

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Arthur Middleton Elementary School
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	58
Kindergarten	129
Grade 1	127
Grade 2	115
Grade 3	111
Grade 4	119
Grade 5	115

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Arthur Middleton Elementary School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	388	50.1%
Male	386	49.9%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)