Summary:
The city of Pittsville, Maryland is home to a single school, Pittsville Elementary & Middle, which serves grades 4-8 and is part of the Wicomico County Public Schools district. This school stands out for its low student-teacher ratio, consistently high state rankings, and strong performance in English Language Arts (ELA) proficiency, particularly in the upper grades.
Pittsville Elementary & Middle has the lowest student-teacher ratio (9.6) among the 4 middle schools in the Wicomico County district, which may contribute to its relatively high ELA proficiency rates that exceed the county and state averages, especially in grades 6-8. However, the school's math proficiency rates are generally below the district and state averages. Additionally, over half (54.71%) of the school's students receive free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a significant population of economically disadvantaged students.
Despite these academic challenges, Pittsville Elementary & Middle has consistently ranked in the top third of Maryland middle schools over the past 3 years, with a high ranking of 87 out of 333 schools in 2021-2022. This suggests the school may be providing a well-rounded educational experience for its students, even as it works to address areas of academic need, particularly in mathematics. The school's strengths and areas for improvement make it a school worth further investigation and potential collaboration with the district to support student success.
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