Serving 538 students in grades 6-8, Elkton 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 23% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elkton Middle serves the northeast part of Elkton, MD, covering an area of approximately 14.1 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the outer edges of the attendance zone being around 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elkton Middle School's student population of 538 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
538 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elkton 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 Elkton Middle School is 0.72, 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
#1166 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
18%
24%
Black
32%
32%
White
37%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkton Middle School's ranking?
Elkton Middle School is ranked #1166 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Elkton Middle School often compared to?
Elkton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Hill Middle School, Rising Sun 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 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Elkton Middle School?
538 students attend Elkton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Elkton Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elkton Middle School?
Elkton Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elkton Middle School offer ?
Elkton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elkton Middle School part of?
Elkton Middle School is part of Cecil County School District.
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