Kent County Middle School

402 E Campus Avenue
Chestertown, MD 21620
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 392 students in grades 6-8, Kent County 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 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 392 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Bottom 50% in MD
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • : 29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Kent County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

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School Overview

Kent County Middle School's student population of 392 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
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School Rankings

Kent County Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kent County Middle School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MD)
#830 out of 1343 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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7%
20%
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29%
36%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Kent County Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Maryland by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
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Hispanic
11%
21%
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Black
26%
33%
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White
54%
34%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.63
This chart display the diversity score of Kent County Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Maryland by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
38%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kent County Middle School's ranking?
Kent County Middle School is ranked #830 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Kent County Middle School often compared to?
Kent County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kent County High 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 20% MD state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Kent County Middle School?
392 students attend Kent County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Kent County Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kent County Middle School?
Kent County Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kent County Middle School offer ?
Kent County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kent County Middle School part of?
Kent County Middle School is part of Kent County Public Schools School District.

School Reviews

5   9/14/2020
Under the direction of Dr. Spiri, KCMS has really become a school I feel great about sending my kids too. Teachers are engaged and dedicated and work hard to make middle school a positive experience for these kids. The Kent Community program is especially awesome - kids get to pick an area of focus (arts, the environment, sports, etc) and once a month they get together in that group and engage in the community in some way. The STEM program is also great (and rigorous). Teachers also do a good job of sponsoring clubs that kids want to start. Generally, the academic rigor probably isn't as high as it could be, but given that there are many students with economic disadvantages and the related issues that come with that, the school does a good job of meeting kids at their level. Grateful to have such a warm and caring staff. Teachers and staff make a practice of sending (through the mail) little congratulations and positive shout outs to kids for good deeds.
- Posted by Parent - Engaged Parent
1   1/28/2020
I recommend that they give students actual food because a lot of my students have found hair and things that they don't know what it is that is in their food.
- Posted by Teacher - Patricia
4   8/26/2019
The teachers are supportive and amazing. They reach out to the parents about both concerns and positive reports. The school offers many different clubs and after school activities that the teachers volunteer their time to run. Students are happy and rewarded for their positive behavior and academic successes. The administration is fair when dealing with the students. For a tiny school in a tiny county- you can't beat this public school. All teachers are certified and highly qualified (unlike the private schools in the area).
- Posted by Parent - KCMS Parent
5   4/6/2019
I don''t know who this "Brian" teacher is- as I have been teaching in this school since before this post and do not know of any teachers that have that first name. However, I will say this- Our middle school has greatly improved over the years. It offers students opportunities to to learn and grow in a safe place. Bullying is NOT an issue at our school and our current administration takes this topic VERY SERIOUSLY. Teachers work very hard to provide students with engaging lessons and we have amazing programs to offer.
- Posted by Teacher - KCMS Teacher
2   6/9/2015
The bullying problem in this school is terrible kids are getting bullied left and right. I would suggest finding another option for your children this school is unfit for kids to work in. They hardly give you any education there and I'm a teacher and that's saying a lot. They don't do anything about the bullying problem they just let it happen like its nothing.
- Posted by Teacher - Brian

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 392 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • : 29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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