For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,376 students in Hurlock, MD.
The top ranked public schools in Hurlock, MD are North Dorchester High School, Hurlock Elementary School and North Dorchester Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hurlock, MD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Hurlock have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 51爆料s in Hurlock, MD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Dorchester High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5875 Cloverdale Road
Hurlock, MD 21643
(410) 943-4511
Hurlock, MD 21643
(410) 943-4511
Grades: 9-12
| 568 students
Rank: #22.
Hurlock Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
301 Charles St.
Hurlock, MD 21643
(410) 943-3303
Hurlock, MD 21643
(410) 943-3303
Grades: PK-5
| 385 students
Rank: #33.
North Dorchester Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5745 Cloverdale Road
Hurlock, MD 21643
(410) 943-3322
Hurlock, MD 21643
(410) 943-3322
Grades: 6-8
| 423 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hurlock, MD?
The top ranked public schools in Hurlock, MD include North Dorchester High School, Hurlock Elementary School and North Dorchester Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Hurlock?
3 public schools are located in Hurlock.
What is the racial composition of students in Hurlock?
Hurlock public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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