Serving 443 students in grades 4-8, Pocomoke Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 22% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pocomoke Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Pocomoke Middle School's student population of 443 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pocomoke Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pocomoke Middle School is 0.63, 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
#494 out of 1343 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
46%
33%
White
40%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pocomoke Middle School's ranking?
Pocomoke Middle School is ranked #494 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Pocomoke Middle School often compared to?
Pocomoke Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Snow Hill Middle School, Stephen Decatur Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Pocomoke Middle School?
443 students attend Pocomoke Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Pocomoke Middle School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pocomoke Middle School?
Pocomoke Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pocomoke Middle School offer ?
Pocomoke Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pocomoke Middle School part of?
Pocomoke Middle School is part of Worcester County Public Schools School District.
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