School Overview
Esperanza Middle School, located in Lexington Park, Maryland, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the St. Mary’s County Public Schools district. Situated in a community with close ties to the nearby Patuxent River Naval Air Station, the school reflects a diverse student body that includes many families connected to the military and federal contracting sectors. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that focuses on academic rigor, social-emotional development, and preparing students for the transition to high school.

The campus at 22790 Maple Road provides a variety of extracurricular opportunities, ranging from athletics and intramural sports to clubs centered on STEM, arts, and student leadership. Esperanza Middle emphasizes a collaborative approach to education, encouraging strong partnerships between faculty, parents, and the broader Lexington Park community to support student success. Through its balanced curriculum and emphasis on character development, the school strives to create a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests and achieve their personal best.
875
Total Students
52.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
40.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Esperanza Middle
Demographic Student Count
White458
Hispanic77
Black222
Asian28
Two or More84
American Indian3
Pacific Islander3
  • White
    458 (52.3 %)
  • Black
    222 (25.4 %)
  • Two or More
    84 (9.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    77 (8.8 %)
  • Asian
    28 (3.2 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: St. Mary's County Public Schools
Phone: (301)863-4016
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 875
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 52.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 290
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 67
Grades Taught
Grade 6 302
Grade 7 293
Grade 8 280

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Esperanza Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6302
Grade 7293
Grade 8280
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Esperanza Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female41147%
Male46453%