Serving 387 students in grades 6-8, Cherry Hill 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 17% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherry Hill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Cherry Hill Middle School's student population of 387 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
387 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cherry Hill 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 Cherry Hill Middle School is 0.55, 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
#748 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
13%
24%
Black
16%
32%
White
64%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
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 Cherry Hill Middle School's ranking?
Cherry Hill Middle School is ranked #748 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Cherry Hill Middle School often compared to?
Cherry Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elkton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Cherry Hill Middle School?
387 students attend Cherry Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Cherry Hill Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherry Hill Middle School?
Cherry Hill Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cherry Hill Middle School offer ?
Cherry Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cherry Hill Middle School part of?
Cherry Hill Middle School is part of Cecil County School District.
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