Serving 364 students in grades 6-8, Colonel Richardson 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 12% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colonel Richardson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Colonel Richardson Middle School's student population of 364 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colonel Richardson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colonel Richardson Middle School is 0.60, 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
#883 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
21%
33%
White
59%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colonel Richardson Middle School's ranking?
Colonel Richardson Middle School is ranked #883 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Colonel Richardson Middle School often compared to?
Colonel Richardson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lockerman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Colonel Richardson Middle School?
364 students attend Colonel Richardson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Colonel Richardson Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colonel Richardson Middle School?
Colonel Richardson Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Colonel Richardson Middle School offer ?
Colonel Richardson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Colonel Richardson Middle School part of?
Colonel Richardson Middle School is part of Caroline County School District.
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