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.
784
Total Students
61.4
Full-Time Teachers
12.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Odessa Shannon Middle
Demographic Student Count
White35
Hispanic497
Black186
Asian47
Two or More17
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    497 (63.5%)
  • Black
    186 (23.8%)
  • Asian
    47 (6.0%)
  • White
    35 (4.5%)
  • Two or More
    17 (2.2%)
  • 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: 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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Odessa Shannon Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6252
Grade 7252
Grade 8280
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Odessa Shannon Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female38148.6%
Male40251.3%
Not Specified10.1%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)