For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,277 students in Pocomoke City, MD.
The top-ranked public schools in Pocomoke City, MD are Pocomoke Elementary School, Pocomoke Middle School and Pocomoke High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pocomoke City, MD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Pocomoke City have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Pocomoke City, MD (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pocomoke Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2119 Pocomoke Beltway
Pocomoke City, MD 21851
(410) 632-5130
Pocomoke City, MD 21851
(410) 632-5130
Gr: PK-3 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Pocomoke Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 8th St
Pocomoke City, MD 21851
(410) 632-5150
Pocomoke City, MD 21851
(410) 632-5150
Gr: 4-8 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Pocomoke High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1817 Old Virginia Rd
Pocomoke City, MD 21851
(410) 632-5180
Pocomoke City, MD 21851
(410) 632-5180
Gr: 9-12 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Pocomoke City, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in Pocomoke City, MD include Pocomoke Elementary School, Pocomoke Middle School and Pocomoke High School.
How many public schools are located in Pocomoke City?
3 public schools are located in Pocomoke City.
What is the racial composition of students in Pocomoke City?
Pocomoke City public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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