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#890 of 1,363 schools in MD
North East Middle
Middle School · Cecil County Public Schools
200 E Cecil Ave, North East, MD 21901
Enrollment
754
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
754
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#890 of 1,363
In North East
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#19 of 28
Cecil County Public Schools
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About North East Middle
North East Middle is a public middle school in North East, MD, part of Cecil County Public Schools. North East Middle serves approximately 754 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. North East Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #890 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for North East Middle show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- MD avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at North East Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
30% of students at North East Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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North East Middle — Students at North East Middle score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How North East Middle Compares
See how North East Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
200 E Cecil Ave, North East, MD 21901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North East Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Cherry Hill Middle (rated 6.5/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Elkton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Elkton Middle (rated 5.4/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Elkton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in North East, see our North East schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North East Elementary North East | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| THE TOME SCHOOL North East | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| North East High North East | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Bay View Elementary North East | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Charlestown Elementary Charlestown | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Leeds Elementary Elkton | 4.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Elk Neck Elementary Elkton | 5.0 mi | 5.8 |
| HOLINESS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Elkton | 5.0 mi | — |
| Rising Sun High North East | 6.5 mi | 6.0 |
| MOUNT AVIAT ACADEMY Childs | 5.7 mi | 5.6 |
| SHOREHAVEN SCHOOL Elkton | 5.6 mi | — |
| Elkton High Elkton | 5.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Gilpin Manor Elementary Elkton | 5.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Kenmore Elementary Elkton | 6.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Cherry Hill Middle Elkton | 6.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Calvert Elementary Rising Sun | 7.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Elkton Middle Elkton | 6.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Holly Hall Elementary Elkton | 6.3 mi | 4.0 |
| TRI-STATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Elkton | 6.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Perryville High Perryville | 6.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,107
Median Home Value
$342,800
Median Rent
$1,418/mo
Population
19,585
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
75.1%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
38.1
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|---|---|
| Francis Scott Key Middle Silver Spring, MD | 5.5 |
| G. James Gholson Middle Landover, MD | 5.5 |
| MacArthur Middle Fort Meade, MD | 5.5 |
| Northwest Academy of Health Sciences Baltimore, MD | 5.5 |
| Windsor Mill Middle Baltimore, MD | 5.5 |
| Ballenger Creek Middle Frederick, MD | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North East Middle
What grades does North East Middle serve?
North East Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend North East Middle?
North East Middle has an enrollment of approximately 754 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North East Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at North East Middle is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North East Middle rank in MD?
North East Middle ranks #890 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is North East Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
North East Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at North East Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North East Middle has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is North East Middle a charter school?
No, North East Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North East Middle a Title I school?
No, North East Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North East Middle?
52.8% of students at North East Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 754
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cecil County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (410) 996-6210
Resources & Links
District
Cecil County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 14,997
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,748
- District Rank
- #19 of 28
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