Mardela Middle and High School is a seven-year public middle school and high school in Mardela Springs, Wicomico County, Maryland, United States. It is the only combination middle and high school in Wicomico County Public Schools.
Serving 742 students in grades 6-12, Mardela Middle & High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher 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 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mardela Middle & High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mardela Middle & High School's student population of 742 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
742 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1937
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow
School Rankings
Mardela Middle & High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mardela Middle & High 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
#545 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
6%
24%
Black
10%
32%
White
75%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
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 Mardela Middle & High School's ranking?
Mardela Middle & High School is ranked #545 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Mardela Middle & High School often compared to?
Mardela Middle & High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James M. Bennett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mardela Middle & High School?
The graduation rate of Mardela Middle & High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Mardela Middle & High School?
742 students attend Mardela Middle & High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Mardela Middle & High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mardela Middle & High School?
Mardela Middle & High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mardela Middle & High School offer ?
Mardela Middle & High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mardela Middle & High School part of?
Mardela Middle & High School is part of Wicomico County School District.
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