For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 808 students in Hurlock, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Hurlock, MD are Hurlock Elementary School and North Dorchester Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hurlock, MD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Hurlock have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Hurlock, MD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hurlock Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
301 Charles St.
Hurlock, MD 21643
(410) 943-3303
Hurlock, MD 21643
(410) 943-3303
Grades: PK-5
| 385 students
Rank: #22.
North Dorchester Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5745 Cloverdale Road
Hurlock, MD 21643
(410) 943-3322
Hurlock, MD 21643
(410) 943-3322
Grades: 6-8
| 423 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Hurlock, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Hurlock, MD include Hurlock Elementary School and North Dorchester Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Hurlock?
2 public elementary schools are located in Hurlock.
What is the racial composition of students in Hurlock?
Hurlock public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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