School Overview
Bennett Middle School, located in Fruitland, Maryland, serves as a key educational institution within the Wicomico County Public Schools system. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment for students in the middle grades, emphasizing academic growth, character development, and preparation for high school. With its focus on the transition from elementary to secondary education, Bennett Middle integrates a variety of core academic subjects with elective opportunities designed to help students explore their interests and build essential social and study skills.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Fruitland community and maintains a focus on student engagement through both classroom instruction and extracurricular activities. By promoting a culture of inclusivity and academic rigor, Bennett Middle strives to provide a well-rounded experience that addresses the unique developmental needs of early adolescents. Faculty and staff prioritize communication with families and encourage active parental involvement to ensure that every student has the resources and guidance necessary to succeed throughout their middle school years.
963
Total Students
81.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
59.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bennett Middle
Demographic Student Count
White313
Hispanic178
Black348
Asian38
Two or More76
American Indian8
Pacific Islander2
  • Black
    348 (36.1%)
  • White
    313 (32.5%)
  • Hispanic
    178 (18.5%)
  • Two or More
    76 (7.9%)
  • Asian
    38 (3.9%)
  • American Indian
    8 (0.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Wicomico County Public Schools
Phone: (410)677-5140
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 963
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 81.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 521
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 50
Grades Taught
Grade 6 329
Grade 7 319
Grade 8 314
Grade 9 1

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Bennett Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6329
Grade 7319
Grade 8314
Grade 91
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Bennett Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female49551.4%
Male46848.6%