Serving 460 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Pocomoke Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pocomoke Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pocomoke Elementary School's student population of 460 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Pocomoke Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pocomoke Elementary 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
#43 out of 1338 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
44%
33%
White
37%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pocomoke Elementary School's ranking?
Pocomoke Elementary School is ranked #43 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Pocomoke Elementary School often compared to?
Pocomoke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Snow Hill Elementary School, Showell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Pocomoke Elementary School?
460 students attend Pocomoke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Pocomoke Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pocomoke Elementary School?
Pocomoke Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pocomoke Elementary School offer ?
Pocomoke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pocomoke Elementary School part of?
Pocomoke Elementary School is part of Worcester County School District.
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