Serving 307 students in grades 4-8, Pittsville Elementary & Middle 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% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsville Elementary & Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsville Elementary & Middle School's student population of 307 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Motto
Success Every Student Every Day
School Rankings
Pittsville Elementary & Middle 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 Pittsville Elementary & Middle School is 0.38, 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
#651 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
2%
33%
White
78%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsville Elementary & Middle School's ranking?
Pittsville Elementary & Middle School is ranked #651 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Pittsville Elementary & Middle School?
307 students attend Pittsville Elementary & Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Pittsville Elementary & Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsville Elementary & Middle School?
Pittsville Elementary & Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pittsville Elementary & Middle School offer ?
Pittsville Elementary & Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pittsville Elementary & Middle School part of?
Pittsville Elementary & Middle School is part of Wicomico County School District.
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