Serving 512 students in grades 6-8, Perryville 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 20% (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 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Perryville Middle School's student population of 512 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
512 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Perryville Pledge: Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe
School Rankings
Perryville 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 Perryville Middle School is 0.42, 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
#823 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
5%
24%
Black
11%
32%
White
75%
31%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
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 Perryville Middle School's ranking?
Perryville Middle School is ranked #823 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Perryville Middle School often compared to?
Perryville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North East Middle School, Rising Sun Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% 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 Perryville Middle School?
512 students attend Perryville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Perryville Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perryville Middle School?
Perryville Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Perryville Middle School offer ?
Perryville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Perryville Middle School part of?
Perryville Middle School is part of Cecil County School District.
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