DR. HENRY A. WISE JR. HIGH SCHOOL
Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High is a public high school that is part of the Prince George's County Public Schools school district, located in Upper Marlboro, MD with about 2,321 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 130 teachers, Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School, located in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, is a prominent secondary institution within the Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) system. Serving a diverse student population, the school is well-known for its modern campus facilities and its comprehensive approach to academics. It offers a wide array of educational opportunities, including rigorous college-preparatory coursework, career and technical education (CTE) programs, and various Advanced Placement (AP) classes designed to prepare students for success in higher education and the competitive workforce.
Beyond the classroom, Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High is widely recognized for its robust extracurricular culture, particularly its highly competitive athletic programs and vibrant student organizations. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a sense of community, school spirit, and leadership development among its students. By balancing academic rigor with a variety of sports, clubs, and service-oriented activities, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are ready to make meaningful contributions to their community.
For more information, contact Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High at (301) 780-2100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 780-2100
http://www.pgcps.org/~wise
DR. HENRY A. WISE JR. HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Upper Marlboro, MD with about 2,321 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Maryland
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Prince George's County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 2,321
- Teachers:
- 130
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 2,321 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending DR. HENRY A. WISE JR. HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 88% of the student body.
- Black or African American
- 87.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 7.9%
- White
- 1.5%
- Two or more races
- 1.3%
- Asian
- 0.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 47.6%
- Male
- 52.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.