Serving 383 students in grades 6-7, Somerset 6/7 Intermediate 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 4% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Somerset 6/7 Intermediate School's student population of 383 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Blue Herons
School Rankings
Somerset 6/7 Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somerset 6/7 Intermediate School is 0.62, 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
#1161 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
53%
33%
White
30%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Heron
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset 6/7 Intermediate School's ranking?
Somerset 6/7 Intermediate School is ranked #1161 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Somerset 6/7 Intermediate School?
383 students attend Somerset 6/7 Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Somerset 6/7 Intermediate School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Somerset 6/7 Intermediate School?
Somerset 6/7 Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Somerset 6/7 Intermediate School offer ?
Somerset 6/7 Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Somerset 6/7 Intermediate School part of?
Somerset 6/7 Intermediate School is part of Somerset County 51爆料s.
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