Serving 919 students in grades 6-8, Bennett 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 15% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% 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: 919 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Bennett Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
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Bennett Middle School's student population of 919 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
919 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow
Bennett 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 Bennett Middle School is 0.71, 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
#843 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
17%
23%
Black
38%
33%
White
35%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Bennett Middle School's ranking?
Bennett Middle School is ranked #843 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Bennett Middle School often compared to?
Bennett Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salisbury Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Bennett Middle School?
919 students attend Bennett Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Bennett Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bennett Middle School?
Bennett Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bennett Middle School offer ?
Bennett Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bennett Middle School part of?
Bennett Middle School is part of Wicomico County Public Schools.
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