Fruitland Primary serves 475 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fruitland Primary's student population of 475 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fruitland Primary is 0.70, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
30%
33%
White
44%
33%
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
51%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Fruitland Primary often compared to?
Fruitland Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Pemberton Elementary School, Prince Street School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Fruitland Primary?
475 students attend Fruitland Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Fruitland Primary students are White, 30% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fruitland Primary?
Fruitland Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fruitland Primary offer ?
Fruitland Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fruitland Primary part of?
Fruitland Primary is part of Wicomico County School District.
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