Julius West Middle

651 Great Falls Rd
Rockville, MD 20850

www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/westms/

1,365 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Julius West Middle School, located in Rockville, Maryland, is a prominent public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 within the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) district. Known for its diverse student body and strong emphasis on academic rigor, the school provides a comprehensive educational program that includes core subjects, fine arts, and various elective opportunities. The school is particularly recognized for being home to the Middle School Magnet Consortium (MSMC) program, which attracts students interested in specialized humanities and communication-focused curricula.

Beyond its academic offerings, Julius West is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive community environment. The school encourages student involvement through a wide array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs. With its central location in Rockville and a dedication to preparing students for the challenges of high school and beyond, Julius West Middle School serves as a vital educational hub for the local community, emphasizing both intellectual growth and social-emotional development.

1,365

Total Students

88.0

Full-Time Teachers

15.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

38.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Julius West Middle
Demographic	Student Count
White	374
Hispanic	471
Black	218
Asian	218
Two or More	78
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	2

Hispanic
471 (34.6%)
White
374 (27.5%)
Black
218 (16.0%)
Asian
218 (16.0%)
Two or More
78 (5.7%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Montgomery County Public Schools
Phone:	(301)337-3400
Website:	http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/westms/
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	1,365
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	88.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	438
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	85

* 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

Grade 6 473

Grade 7 433

Grade 8 459

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Julius West Middle
Grade	Student Count
Grade 6	473
Grade 7	433
Grade 8	459

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Julius West Middle
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	699	51.2%
Male	663	48.6%
Not Specified	3	0.2%

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