Serving 343 students in grades 3-5, Fruitland Intermediate 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 37% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fruitland Intermediate serves the southern part of Fruitland, MD, covering an area of approximately 43.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fruitland Intermediate's student population of 343 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
343 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Fruitland Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fruitland Intermediate is 0.69, 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
#617 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fruitland Intermediate's ranking?
Fruitland Intermediate is ranked #617 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Fruitland Intermediate often compared to?
Fruitland Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like East Salisbury Elementary School, Pinehurst Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Fruitland Intermediate?
343 students attend Fruitland Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Fruitland Intermediate students are White, 26% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fruitland Intermediate?
Fruitland Intermediate has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fruitland Intermediate offer ?
Fruitland Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fruitland Intermediate part of?
Fruitland Intermediate is part of Wicomico County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
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