School Overview
John Hanson Middle School, located in Waldorf, Maryland, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Charles County Public Schools system. Named after the American merchant and statesman who served as the first President of the United States in Congress Assembled, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment of academic excellence and personal growth. The school focuses on preparing students for the transition to high school by offering a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes core subjects, critical thinking, and the development of essential social-emotional skills.

Beyond academics, John Hanson Middle School encourages student participation in a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts programs, and clubs designed to nurture diverse interests and leadership potential. The school works closely with families and the local community to maintain a supportive atmosphere, utilizing modern resources and technologies to enhance the learning experience. With a commitment to character development and inclusivity, the school strives to empower its student body to become responsible, productive citizens within their community.
772
Total Students
54.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
53.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for John Hanson Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White89
Hispanic126
Black487
Asian10
Two or More54
American Indian4
Pacific Islander2
  • Black
    487 (63.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    126 (16.3 %)
  • White
    89 (11.5 %)
  • Two or More
    54 (7.0 %)
  • Asian
    10 (1.3 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    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)645-4520
Website: http://hanson.ccboe.com/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 772
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 54.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 334
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 79
Grades Taught
Grade 6 261
Grade 7 280
Grade 8 231

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for John Hanson Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6261
Grade 7280
Grade 8231
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for John Hanson Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female36246.9%
Male41053.1%