The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 80% (which was equal to the Maryland state average of 80%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 81% (which was lower than the Maryland state average of 84%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students (09-10)
216 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)80%
80%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)81%
84%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Asian
(09-10)n/a
7%
Hispanic
(09-10)8%
10%
Black
(09-10)12%
38%
White
(09-10)80%
45%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
29%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% MD state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% MD state average).
How many students attend Galena Middle School?
216 students attend Galena Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Galena Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Galena Middle School offer ?
Galena Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Galena Middle School part of?
Galena Middle School is part of Kent County Public Schools School District.
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