Westside Intermediate

Westside Intermediate is a regular public elementary school in Hebron, Maryland, serving 342 students in grades 2 through 5. The school earns a composite score of 9.2 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — with an academic score of 9.1 and a growth score of 9.3. Those two figures together signal a school that not only performs at a high level but actively accelerates student progress year over year.

That growth score stands out. A 9.3 reflects strong year-over-year student gains — the school isn't just performing well in a single snapshot but advancing students consistently across grade levels. Statewide, Westside ranks #29 out of 1,363 public schools in Maryland, outperforming 98% of schools in the state.

It holds that same #29 position among 882 Maryland elementary schools. Within Wicomico County Public Schools, it ranks first out of 25 schools — the top option in its district by a clear margin. Class sizes stay manageable at an 11.8-to-1 student-teacher ratio, giving teachers room to catch gaps early and pace students individually.

For families evaluating elementary schools in Wicomico County, Westside Intermediate sits at a tier few schools in the state reach.

Located in a rural area, Westside Intermediate may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.