Serving 553 students in grades 6-8, Corkran Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Corkran Middle School serves the northern part of Glen Burnie, MD, covering an area of approximately 9 square miles. Most students typically drive 5-10 minutes to school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Corkran Middle School's student population of 553 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
553 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Motto
BELONG.....GROW....SUCCEED
School Rankings
Corkran Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Corkran Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1163 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
46%
24%
Black
15%
32%
White
31%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corkran Middle School's ranking?
Corkran Middle School is ranked #1163 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Corkran Middle School often compared to?
Corkran Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lindale Middle School, Marley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Corkran Middle School?
553 students attend Corkran Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Corkran Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Corkran Middle School?
Corkran Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Corkran Middle School offer ?
Corkran Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Corkran Middle School part of?
Corkran Middle School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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