RISING SUN MIDDLE SCHOOL

Rising Sun Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Cecil County Public Schools school district, located in Rising Sun, MD with about 674 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 48 teachers, Rising Sun Middle 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.

Rising Sun Middle School, located in the town of Rising Sun, Maryland, serves as a key educational institution within the Cecil County Public Schools (CCPS) district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary and high school, focusing on the academic, social, and emotional development of its adolescent student body. By adhering to the district's broader mission, the school emphasizes student engagement, the cultivation of critical thinking skills, and the preparation of students for success in their future secondary education endeavors.

The school’s official website serves as a vital resource for the community, providing parents, students, and staff with essential information regarding academic policies, extracurricular activities, and district-wide initiatives. Through a combination of rigorous curriculum standards and a dedicated faculty, Rising Sun Middle School strives to create a collaborative atmosphere where students are encouraged to pursue personal excellence. Its presence in the local community highlights the importance of strong partnership between families and educators in shaping the next generation of learners in Cecil County.

For more information, contact Rising Sun Middle School at (410) 658-5535 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

289 Pearl Street
Rising Sun, MD 21911
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RISING SUN MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Rising Sun, MD with about 674 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Maryland

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
674
Teachers:
48.3
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 674 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending RISING SUN MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 90% of the student body.

White
90.4%
Hispanic/Latino
4.9%
Two or more races
2.5%
Asian
1.2%
Black or African American
0.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
48.5%
Male
51.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.