Serving 703 students in grades 6-8, Easton 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 13% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 703 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Easton Middle serves the eastern part of its school district in Easton, MD, covering an area of approximately 189.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 15 to 20-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Easton Middle School's student population of 703 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
703 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Panthers!
School Rankings
Easton 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 Easton Middle School is 0.71, 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
#867 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
33%
24%
Black
18%
32%
White
38%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Easton Middle School's ranking?
Easton Middle School is ranked #867 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Easton Middle School often compared to?
Easton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Michaels Middle/high School, Easton High School, Easton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Easton Middle School?
703 students attend Easton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Easton Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Easton Middle School?
Easton Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Easton Middle School offer ?
Easton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Easton Middle School part of?
Easton Middle School is part of Talbot County School District.
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