COLONEL RICHARDSON MIDDLE SCHOOL

Colonel Richardson Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Caroline County Public Schools school district, located in Federalsburg, MD with about 402 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 34 teachers, Colonel Richardson Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Colonel Richardson Middle School (CRMS), located in Federalsburg, Maryland, serves as a central educational hub for students in Caroline County. As a middle-level institution, the school is dedicated to fostering the academic, social, and emotional growth of its students during the critical transition between elementary and high school. The school operates under the mission of the Caroline County Public School system, emphasizing a supportive learning environment that encourages student engagement, critical thinking, and the development of responsible citizenship.

The school’s culture is defined by its commitment to student success through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletic programs, and academic initiatives designed to meet diverse student needs. By maintaining strong community ties within Federalsburg, CRMS strives to prepare its students for the rigor of high school while promoting values of respect, perseverance, and inclusivity. Through its digital platform and active school community, the administration works to ensure that parents and guardians are well-informed partners in their children's educational journeys.

For more information, contact Colonel Richardson Middle School at (410) 754-5263 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.