School Overview
Eastern Middle School, located in Silver Spring, Maryland, is a public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. Situated on University Boulevard East, the school is known for its diverse student body and its commitment to academic excellence within the local community. It provides a comprehensive middle school curriculum designed to prepare students for the transition to high school, offering a blend of core academic subjects, elective courses, and extracurricular activities that cater to a wide range of student interests.

In addition to its standard academic program, Eastern Middle School is particularly well-regarded for its Humanities and Communication Arts (HCA) magnet program. This specialized magnet offering attracts students from across the county who are interested in an enriched curriculum focused on advanced writing, literature, media, and interdisciplinary studies. By fostering a learning environment that emphasizes both critical thinking and creative expression, the school aims to support the holistic development of its students, ensuring they are well-equipped with the skills necessary for success in their future academic and professional endeavors.
893
Total Students
71.2
Full-Time Teachers
12.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
56.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Eastern Middle
Demographic Student Count
White155
Hispanic471
Black162
Asian66
Two or More35
  • Hispanic
    471 (53.0 %)
  • Black
    162 (18.2 %)
  • White
    155 (17.4 %)
  • Asian
    66 (7.4 %)
  • Two or More
    35 (3.9 %)
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)740-6280
Website: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/easternms/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 893
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 71.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 441
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 64
Grades Taught
Grade 6 288
Grade 7 290
Grade 8 315

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Eastern Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6288
Grade 7290
Grade 8315
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Eastern Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female43448.6%
Male45551%
Not Specified40.4%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)