Serving 288 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Middleborough Elementary School 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Middleborough Elementary serves the southeast part of Essex, MD, covering an area of approximately 23.2 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Middleborough Elementary School's student population of 288 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Rankings
Middleborough Elementary School 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 Middleborough Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#638 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
9%
24%
Black
22%
32%
White
55%
31%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middleborough Elementary School's ranking?
Middleborough Elementary School is ranked #638 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Middleborough Elementary School often compared to?
Middleborough Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandalwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Middleborough Elementary School?
288 students attend Middleborough Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Middleborough Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middleborough Elementary School?
Middleborough Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Middleborough Elementary School offer ?
Middleborough Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middleborough Elementary School part of?
Middleborough Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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