Briggs Chaney Middle
858 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Briggs Chaney Middle School, located in Silver Spring, Maryland, is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. Serving a diverse student population in the eastern portion of the county, the school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic excellence, critical thinking, and social-emotional growth. The school offers a comprehensive middle school curriculum designed to prepare students for the rigors of high school, often incorporating extracurricular programs and clubs that cater to various student interests, ranging from athletics and the arts to STEM initiatives.
As a staple of the Silver Spring community, Briggs Chaney Middle focuses on creating strong partnerships between staff, students, and families to ensure holistic student success. The school emphasizes character development and cultural responsiveness, aiming to provide a supportive atmosphere where students from all backgrounds can thrive. Through its adherence to MCPS standards and its focus on instructional innovation, the school works to equip its students with the skills necessary to succeed in an increasingly globalized and technological society.
As a staple of the Silver Spring community, Briggs Chaney Middle focuses on creating strong partnerships between staff, students, and families to ensure holistic student success. The school emphasizes character development and cultural responsiveness, aiming to provide a supportive atmosphere where students from all backgrounds can thrive. Through its adherence to MCPS standards and its focus on instructional innovation, the school works to equip its students with the skills necessary to succeed in an increasingly globalized and technological society.
858
Total Students
58.6
Full-Time Teachers
14.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
62.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 48 |
| Hispanic | 250 |
| Black | 444 |
| Asian | 93 |
| Two or More | 15 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Black444 (51.9%)
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Hispanic250 (29.2%)
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Asian93 (10.9%)
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White48 (5.6%)
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Two or More15 (1.8%)
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American Indian4 (0.5%)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.2%)
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)288-8300 |
| Website: | http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/briggschaneyms/ |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 858 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 58.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 437 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 95 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
284
Grade 7
280
Grade 8
294
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 284 |
| Grade 7 | 280 |
| Grade 8 | 294 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 405 | 47.2% |
| Male | 451 | 52.6% |
| Not Specified | 2 | 0.2% |
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