Serving 399 students in grades 6-8, Kent County 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 8% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 50% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kent County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Kent County Middle School's student population of 399 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kent County 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 Kent County Middle School is 0.66, 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
#983 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
26%
33%
White
50%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kent County Middle School's ranking?
Kent County Middle School is ranked #983 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Kent County Middle School often compared to?
Kent County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kent County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Kent County Middle School?
399 students attend Kent County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Kent County Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kent County Middle School?
Kent County Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kent County Middle School offer ?
Kent County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kent County Middle School part of?
Kent County Middle School is part of Kent County School District.
School Reviews
5 9/14/2020
Under the direction of Dr. Spiri, KCMS has really become a school I feel great about sending my kids too. Teachers are engaged and dedicated and work hard to make middle school a positive experience for these kids. The Kent Community program is especially awesome - kids get to pick an area of focus (arts, the environment, sports, etc) and once a month they get together in that group and engage in the community in some way. The STEM program is also great (and rigorous). Teachers also do a good job of sponsoring clubs that kids want to start. Generally, the academic rigor probably isn't as high as it could be, but given that there are many students with economic disadvantages and the related issues that come with that, the school does a good job of meeting kids at their level. Grateful to have such a warm and caring staff. Teachers and staff make a practice of sending (through the mail) little congratulations and positive shout outs to kids for good deeds.
1 1/28/2020
I recommend that they give students actual food because a lot of my students have found hair and things that they don't know what it is that is in their food.
4 8/26/2019
The teachers are supportive and amazing. They reach out to the parents about both concerns and positive reports. The school offers many different clubs and after school activities that the teachers volunteer their time to run. Students are happy and rewarded for their positive behavior and academic successes. The administration is fair when dealing with the students. For a tiny school in a tiny county- you can't beat this public school. All teachers are certified and highly qualified (unlike the private schools in the area).
5 4/6/2019
I don''t know who this "Brian" teacher is- as I have been teaching in this school since before this post and do not know of any teachers that have that first name. However, I will say this- Our middle school has greatly improved over the years. It offers students opportunities to to learn and grow in a safe place. Bullying is NOT an issue at our school and our current administration takes this topic VERY SERIOUSLY. Teachers work very hard to provide students with engaging lessons and we have amazing programs to offer.
2 6/9/2015
The bullying problem in this school is terrible kids are getting bullied left and right. I would suggest finding another option for your children this school is unfit for kids to work in. They hardly give you any education there and I'm a teacher and that's saying a lot. They don't do anything about the bullying problem they just let it happen like its nothing.
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