Serving 117 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Deal Island School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deal Island School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Deal Island School's student population of 117 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
117 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Deal Island School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deal Island School is 0.51, 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
#364 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
11%
24%
Black
5%
32%
White
68%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deal Island School's ranking?
Deal Island School is ranked #364 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Deal Island School often compared to?
Deal Island Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carter G Woodson Elementary School, Greenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Deal Island School?
117 students attend Deal Island School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Deal Island School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deal Island School?
Deal Island School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deal Island School offer ?
Deal Island School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deal Island School part of?
Deal Island School is part of Somerset County School District.
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