Dorchester County Public Schools School District
School District · Cambridge, Maryland
Avg Rating
7.6
out of 10
Schools
11
7 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,340
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Avg Rating
7.6
out of 10
Schools
11
7 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,340
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
How this district compares
Maryland rank
#2 of 24
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.2
above Maryland avg
Per-pupil spending
$21,340
+$3,050 vs Maryland median
District size
4,608 students
Smaller than Maryland median
About Dorchester County Public Schools
Dorchester County Public Schools is a Cambridge, Maryland school district serving 11 schools. The district educates 4,608 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.9:1. The district invests $21,340 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.6/10, Dorchester County Public Schools is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Vienna Elementary School, which has a composite score of 9.8/10.
In standardized testing, Dorchester County Public Schools students show an average math proficiency of 22.5% and ELA proficiency of 35.8%.
The district includes 7 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Dorchester County Public Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Dorchester County Public Schools with test data.
Schools in Dorchester County Public Schools
11 schools Elementary Schools 7
Middle Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Maryland
- City
- Cambridge
- Total Enrollment
- 4,608
- Teachers (FTE)
- 358
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Dorchester County Public Schools?
Dorchester County Public Schools has 11 schools in total — 7 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Dorchester County Public Schools?
The average composite rating for Dorchester County Public Schools is 7.6/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Dorchester County Public Schools?
Dorchester County Public Schools spends $21,340 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Dorchester County Public Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in Dorchester County Public Schools is 12.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in Dorchester County Public Schools?
Vienna Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Dorchester County Public Schools with a composite score of 9.8/10.
What are the test scores in Dorchester County Public Schools?
Across schools in Dorchester County Public Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 22.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 35.8%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Dorchester County Public Schools compare to other districts in Maryland?
Dorchester County Public Schools has an average school rating of 7.6/10 across 11 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Maryland by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.6/10
- Math Proficiency
- 22.5%
- ELA Proficiency
- 35.8%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Compare Dorchester County Public Schools with neighboring districts in the state.
- Montgomery County Public Schools (211)
- Prince George's County Public Schools (199)
- Baltimore County Public Schools (179)
- Baltimore City Public Schools (151)
- Anne Arundel County Public Schools (126)
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- St. Mary's County Public Schools (27)
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- Allegany County Public Schools (22)
- Queen Anne's County Public Schools (14)
- Worcester County Public Schools (14)
- Garrett County Public Schools (12)
- Caroline County Public Schools (10)
- Somerset County Public Schools (8)
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- Kent County Public Schools (5)
- Dyrs (2)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Maryland Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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