Serving 348 students in grades 3-5, Fruitland Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fruitland Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fruitland Intermediate's student population of 348 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Fruitland Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fruitland Intermediate is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#674 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)37%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
12%
23%
Black
28%
33%
White
46%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fruitland Intermediate's ranking?
Fruitland Intermediate is ranked #674 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Fruitland Intermediate often compared to?
Fruitland Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like East Salisbury Elementary School, Pinehurst Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Fruitland Intermediate?
348 students attend Fruitland Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Fruitland Intermediate students are White, 28% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fruitland Intermediate?
Fruitland Intermediate has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fruitland Intermediate offer ?
Fruitland Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fruitland Intermediate part of?
Fruitland Intermediate is part of Wicomico County School District.
School Reviews
2 8/18/2015
Very poor administration do not treat children in an professional manner.
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