School Overview
Col. E. Brooke Lee Middle School, located in the Kemp Mill area of Silver Spring, Maryland, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) district. The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a supportive, inclusive environment that celebrates the diverse backgrounds of its student body. By utilizing the MCPS curriculum, the school aims to prepare students for high school success through a blend of rigorous core academics, exploratory electives, and a strong emphasis on social-emotional learning.

Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes the importance of community and student engagement. It offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic teams, arts programs, and various student clubs, which allow students to develop their talents and build connections with their peers. As part of the Wheaton High School cluster, Col. E. Brooke Lee Middle School works closely with the local community to provide resources and mentorship opportunities, striving to ensure that every student has the tools and guidance necessary to thrive both academically and personally during their middle school years.
823
Total Students
58.4
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
53.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Odessa Shannon Middle
Demographic Student Count
White46
Hispanic520
Black197
Asian44
Two or More15
  • Hispanic
    520 (63.3 %)
  • Black
    197 (24.0 %)
  • White
    46 (5.6 %)
  • Asian
    44 (5.4 %)
  • Two or More
    15 (1.8 %)
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: Montgomery County Public Schools
Phone: (240)740-4150
Website: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/leems/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 823
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 58.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 363
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 73
Grades Taught
Grade 6 280
Grade 7 266
Grade 8 277

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Odessa Shannon Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6280
Grade 7266
Grade 8277
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Odessa Shannon Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female38446.7%
Male43853.2%
Not Specified10.1%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)