A. MARIO LOIEDERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL

A. Mario Loiederman 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 944 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 64 teachers, A. Mario Loiederman 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.

Mario Loiederman Middle School, located in Silver Spring, Maryland, is a unique magnet school within the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. It is best known for its specialized **Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) magnet program**, which integrates intensive arts instruction—including dance, theater, music, visual arts, and media production—into a comprehensive academic curriculum. The school’s philosophy centers on the belief that artistic engagement fosters academic excellence, encouraging students to develop critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills through hands-on, project-based learning.

Beyond its arts-focused mission, the school serves a diverse student body and provides a robust core curriculum that meets state and district standards. Loiederman is recognized for its inclusive community environment, where students from both the local attendance area and those selected through the county-wide magnet application process work together. The school emphasizes character development, community outreach, and collaborative learning, aiming to prepare students for the rigors of high school and beyond by balancing artistic rigor with academic preparation.

For more information, contact A. Mario Loiederman Middle at (301) 929-2282 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.