School Overview
Briggs Chaney Middle School, located in Silver Spring, Maryland, is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. Serving a diverse student population in the eastern portion of the county, the school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic excellence, critical thinking, and social-emotional growth. The school offers a comprehensive middle school curriculum designed to prepare students for the rigors of high school, often incorporating extracurricular programs and clubs that cater to various student interests, ranging from athletics and the arts to STEM initiatives.

As a staple of the Silver Spring community, Briggs Chaney Middle focuses on creating strong partnerships between staff, students, and families to ensure holistic student success. The school emphasizes character development and cultural responsiveness, aiming to provide a supportive atmosphere where students from all backgrounds can thrive. Through its adherence to MCPS standards and its focus on instructional innovation, the school works to equip its students with the skills necessary to succeed in an increasingly globalized and technological society.
864
Total Students
66.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
61.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Briggs Chaney Middle
Demographic Student Count
White50
Hispanic226
Black476
Asian85
Two or More25
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    476 (55.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    226 (26.2 %)
  • Asian
    85 (9.8 %)
  • White
    50 (5.8 %)
  • Two or More
    25 (2.9 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
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: (301)288-8300
Website: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/briggschaneyms/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 864
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 66.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 437
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 95
Grades Taught
Grade 6 287
Grade 7 293
Grade 8 284

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Briggs Chaney Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6287
Grade 7293
Grade 8284
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Briggs Chaney Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female41347.8%
Male45152.2%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)