Odessa Shannon Middle
784 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Col. E. Brooke Lee Middle School, located in the Kemp Mill area of Silver Spring, Maryland, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) district. The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a supportive, inclusive environment that celebrates the diverse backgrounds of its student body. By utilizing the MCPS curriculum, the school aims to prepare students for high school success through a blend of rigorous core academics, exploratory electives, and a strong emphasis on social-emotional learning.
Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes the importance of community and student engagement. It offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic teams, arts programs, and various student clubs, which allow students to develop their talents and build connections with their peers. As part of the Wheaton High School cluster, Col. E. Brooke Lee Middle School works closely with the local community to provide resources and mentorship opportunities, striving to ensure that every student has the tools and guidance necessary to thrive both academically and personally during their middle school years.
Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes the importance of community and student engagement. It offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic teams, arts programs, and various student clubs, which allow students to develop their talents and build connections with their peers. As part of the Wheaton High School cluster, Col. E. Brooke Lee Middle School works closely with the local community to provide resources and mentorship opportunities, striving to ensure that every student has the tools and guidance necessary to thrive both academically and personally during their middle school years.
784
Total Students
61.4
Full-Time Teachers
12.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 35 |
| Hispanic | 497 |
| Black | 186 |
| Asian | 47 |
| Two or More | 17 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic497 (63.5%)
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Black186 (23.8%)
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Asian47 (6.0%)
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White35 (4.5%)
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Two or More17 (2.2%)
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Pacific Islander1 (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: | (240)740-4150 |
| Website: | http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/leems/ |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 784 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 61.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 363 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 73 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
252
Grade 7
252
Grade 8
280
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 252 |
| Grade 7 | 252 |
| Grade 8 | 280 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 381 | 48.6% |
| Male | 402 | 51.3% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0.1% |
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