School Overview
Matthew Henson Middle School, located in Indian Head, Maryland, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Charles County Public Schools district. The school is named in honor of Matthew Henson, the renowned Arctic explorer and co-discoverer of the North Pole, a legacy that often informs the school's commitment to exploration, academic discovery, and perseverance. The facility provides a comprehensive educational environment focused on preparing students for the rigors of high school through a diverse curriculum that encompasses core academic subjects, arts, and physical education.

The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive community and encourages active parental involvement to ensure student success. By utilizing the resources provided by the Charles County Public Schools system, Matthew Henson Middle School integrates technology into the classroom and offers various extracurricular opportunities to help students develop both socially and intellectually. Families looking for current updates on school policies, academic calendars, or administrative information can find comprehensive details on their official website.
710
Total Students
42.5
Full-Time Teachers
16.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
47.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Matthew Henson Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White80
Hispanic96
Black446
Asian13
Two or More68
American Indian2
Pacific Islander4
  • Black
    446 (62.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    96 (13.5 %)
  • White
    80 (11.3 %)
  • Two or More
    68 (9.6 %)
  • Asian
    13 (1.8 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.6 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Charles County Public Schools
Phone: (301)375-8550
Website: http://henson.ccboe.com/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 710
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 42.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 265
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 75
Grades Taught
Grade 6 227
Grade 7 224
Grade 8 259

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Matthew Henson Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6227
Grade 7224
Grade 8259
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Matthew Henson Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female35049.3%
Male35950.6%
Not Specified10.1%