Serving 754 students in grades 6-8, North East 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 12% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
North East Middle School's student population of 754 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
754 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North East 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 North East Middle School is 0.49, 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
#901 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
12%
33%
White
70%
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
47%
44%
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 North East Middle School's ranking?
North East Middle School is ranked #901 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are North East Middle School often compared to?
North East Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perryville Middle School, Rising Sun Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend North East Middle School?
754 students attend North East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of North East Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North East Middle School?
North East Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does North East Middle School offer ?
North East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North East Middle School part of?
North East Middle School is part of Cecil County Public Schools.
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