Serving 847 students in grades 6-8, Salisbury 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 16% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 77% 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: 847 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salisbury Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Salisbury Middle School's student population of 847 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
847 students
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salisbury 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 Salisbury Middle School is 0.66, 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
#933 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
11%
24%
Black
52%
32%
White
23%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salisbury Middle School's ranking?
Salisbury Middle School is ranked #933 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Salisbury Middle School often compared to?
Salisbury Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bennett Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Salisbury Middle School?
847 students attend Salisbury Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Salisbury Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salisbury Middle School?
Salisbury Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Salisbury Middle School offer ?
Salisbury Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Salisbury Middle School part of?
Salisbury Middle School is part of Wicomico County School District.
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