DEAL ISLAND SCHOOL

Deal Island School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Somerset County Public Schools school district, located in Deal Island, MD with about 119 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 8 teachers, Deal Island School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Deal Island School is a public Pre-K through 8th-grade institution located in the rural, waterfront community of Deal Island, Maryland. As part of the Somerset County Public Schools district, the school serves as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing a close-knit learning environment. Given its geographic location on the Chesapeake Bay, the school often incorporates its unique coastal surroundings into its mission, fostering a sense of place-based education for its students.

The school is dedicated to preparing students for high school success by focusing on core academic standards while supporting social and emotional growth. With its small-school setting, Deal Island School prioritizes personalized attention and community engagement, working closely with families and local stakeholders to create a supportive educational experience. Their academic program is designed to build foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and science, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the transition to secondary education within the Somerset County school system.

For more information, contact Deal Island School at (410) 784-2449 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.