School Overview
Matthew Henson Middle School, located in Indian Head, Maryland, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Charles County Public Schools district. The school is named in honor of Matthew Henson, the renowned Arctic explorer and co-discoverer of the North Pole, a legacy that often informs the school's commitment to exploration, academic discovery, and perseverance. The facility provides a comprehensive educational environment focused on preparing students for the rigors of high school through a diverse curriculum that encompasses core academic subjects, arts, and physical education.

The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive community and encourages active parental involvement to ensure student success. By utilizing the resources provided by the Charles County Public Schools system, Matthew Henson Middle School integrates technology into the classroom and offers various extracurricular opportunities to help students develop both socially and intellectually. Families looking for current updates on school policies, academic calendars, or administrative information can find comprehensive details on their official website.
701
Total Students
38.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
48.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Matthew Henson Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White81
Hispanic98
Black440
Asian19
Two or More61
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    440 (62.8%)
  • Hispanic
    98 (14.0%)
  • White
    81 (11.6%)
  • Two or More
    61 (8.7%)
  • Asian
    19 (2.7%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle 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)375-8550
Website: http://henson.ccboe.com/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 701
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 38.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 265
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 75
Grades Taught
Grade 6 241
Grade 7 232
Grade 8 228

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Matthew Henson Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6241
Grade 7232
Grade 8228
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Matthew Henson Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female33748.1%
Male36451.9%