SILVER SPRING INTERNATIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL

Silver Spring International Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools school district, located in Silver Spring, MD with about 1,082 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 73 teachers, Silver Spring International Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Silver Spring International Middle School (SSIMS), located in the heart of downtown Silver Spring, Maryland, is a vibrant educational institution within the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. Serving a diverse student population, the school is well-regarded for its emphasis on global citizenship and cultural inclusivity. As an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, SSIMS integrates the Middle Years Programme (MYP) into its curriculum, which encourages students to think critically, develop a global perspective, and engage in meaningful service-learning projects that connect classroom instruction to the wider community.

Beyond its academic focus, the school provides a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, including competitive athletics, performing arts programs, and various clubs designed to foster student leadership and personal growth. The school’s location in a bustling urban hub allows it to leverage community partnerships, providing students with unique learning experiences. With a commitment to equity and excellence, Silver Spring International Middle School works to prepare its students for the rigor of high school and beyond, fostering an environment where students from all backgrounds are supported in their pursuit of academic and social success.

For more information, contact Silver Spring International Middle at (301) 650-6544 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.