Best 21643 Maryland Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 414 students in 21643, MD.
The top-ranked public middle school in 21643, MD is North Dorchester Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 21643 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21643, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).

Best 21643, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Dorchester Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
5745 Cloverdale Road
Hurlock, MD 21643
(410) 943-3322
Gr: 6-8 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 21643, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21643, MD include North Dorchester Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21643?
1 public middle schools are located in 21643.
What is the racial composition of students in 21643?
21643 public middle schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).

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