Serving 619 students in grades 6-8, Rising Sun Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rising Sun Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rising Sun Middle School's student population of 619 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
619 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rising Sun Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rising Sun Middle School is 0.19, 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
#571 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
n/a
33%
White
90%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rising Sun Middle School's ranking?
Rising Sun Middle School is ranked #571 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Rising Sun Middle School often compared to?
Rising Sun Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perryville Middle School, North East Middle School, Elkton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Rising Sun Middle School?
619 students attend Rising Sun Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Rising Sun Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rising Sun Middle School?
Rising Sun Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rising Sun Middle School offer ?
Rising Sun Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rising Sun Middle School part of?
Rising Sun Middle School is part of Cecil County School District.
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