GENERAL SMALLWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL

General Smallwood Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Charles County Public Schools school district, located in Indian Head, MD with about 525 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 41 teachers, General Smallwood Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

General Smallwood Middle School, located in Indian Head, Maryland, is a public middle school serving students in Charles County. Named after General William Smallwood, a prominent Revolutionary War officer and former governor of Maryland, the school functions as part of the Charles County Public Schools system. It is committed to providing a comprehensive academic environment that supports students during their formative middle school years, focusing on core curriculum standards while fostering a supportive community atmosphere.

The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by offering various extracurricular activities, athletics, and academic support services designed to help students transition successfully into high school. Its location on Indian Head Highway positions it as a key educational hub for the local Indian Head community. Parents and students interested in specific school policies, calendars, or recent academic initiatives can find detailed information through the official Charles County Public Schools website linked above.

For more information, contact General Smallwood Middle School at (301) 743-5422 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.