Serving 711 students in grades 6-8, Easton 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 37% (which is lower 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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Easton Middle School's student population of 711 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
711 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Easton 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 Easton 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
#852 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
29%
23%
Black
19%
33%
White
41%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Easton Middle School's ranking?
Easton Middle School is ranked #852 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Easton Middle School often compared to?
Easton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Michaels Middle/high School, Easton Elementary School, Easton High 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 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Easton Middle School?
711 students attend Easton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Easton Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Easton Middle School?
Easton Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Easton Middle School offer ?
Easton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Easton Middle School part of?
Easton Middle School is part of Talbot County School District.
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