Serving 728 students in grades 6-12, Mardela Middle & High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mardela Middle & High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mardela Middle & High School's student population of 728 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
728 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mardela Middle & High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mardela Middle & High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#388 out of 1343 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
11%
33%
White
77%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mardela Middle & High School's ranking?
Mardela Middle & High School is ranked #388 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Mardela Middle & High School often compared to?
Mardela Middle & High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James M. Bennett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mardela Middle & High School?
The graduation rate of Mardela Middle & High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mardela Middle & High School?
728 students attend Mardela Middle & High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Mardela Middle & High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mardela Middle & High School?
Mardela Middle & High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mardela Middle & High School offer ?
Mardela Middle & High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mardela Middle & High School part of?
Mardela Middle & High School is part of Wicomico County Public Schools School District.
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