Serving 466 students in grades 4-8, Pocomoke 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 35% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pocomoke Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Pocomoke Middle School's student population of 466 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Pocomoke 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 Pocomoke Middle School is 0.64, 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
#480 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
43%
33%
White
42%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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 Pocomoke Middle School's ranking?
Pocomoke Middle School is ranked #480 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Pocomoke Middle School often compared to?
Pocomoke Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Snow Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Pocomoke Middle School?
466 students attend Pocomoke Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Pocomoke Middle School students are Black, 42% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pocomoke Middle School?
Pocomoke Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pocomoke Middle School offer ?
Pocomoke Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pocomoke Middle School part of?
Pocomoke Middle School is part of Worcester County School District.
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