Serving 827 students in grades 6-8, Wicomico 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 5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 827 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wicomico Middle serves the eastern part of Salisbury, MD, covering an attendance area of approximately 62.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wicomico Middle School's student population of 827 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
827 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow
School Rankings
Wicomico Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wicomico Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1240 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
21%
24%
Black
50%
32%
White
18%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wicomico Middle School's ranking?
Wicomico Middle School is ranked #1240 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Wicomico Middle School often compared to?
Wicomico Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bennett Middle School, Salisbury Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Wicomico Middle School?
827 students attend Wicomico Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Wicomico Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wicomico Middle School?
Wicomico Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wicomico Middle School offer ?
Wicomico Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wicomico Middle School part of?
Wicomico Middle School is part of Wicomico County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
A child in the special program with an average no greater than 20% out of a hundred, falling asleep in class almost everyday, and refusing to participate on 90% percent of the activities, in my opinion, and technically should have failed and repeated the grade. What did this school do? Wow, great idea, pass him to the next grade. At that rate, he'll be in HS, and have the skills and knowledge of a 5th grader...
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