School Overview
North Dorchester Middle School (NDMS), located in Hurlock, Maryland, serves as a central educational hub for students in grades 6 through 8 within the Dorchester County Public Schools system. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary and high school, focusing on academic rigor, social-emotional development, and the transition toward adolescent independence. By prioritizing student engagement and community involvement, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for the challenges of secondary education and beyond.

In addition to its core academic curriculum, North Dorchester Middle School emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by offering various extracurricular activities, sports, and enrichment programs. The school leverages its resources to encourage student participation in both competitive and collaborative settings, helping to cultivate essential life skills such as leadership, teamwork, and critical thinking. Through collaboration between dedicated educators, families, and the local community, NDMS strives to maintain a safe and inclusive campus culture where every student is encouraged to achieve their personal best.
415
Total Students
30.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
62.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for North Dorchester Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White258
Hispanic38
Black88
Asian6
Two or More25
  • White
    258 (62.2 %)
  • Black
    88 (21.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    38 (9.2 %)
  • Two or More
    25 (6.0 %)
  • Asian
    6 (1.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Dorchester County Public Schools
Phone: (410)943-3322
Website: http://dcps.k12.md.us/schools/middle-schools/north-dorchester-middle
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 415
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 30.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 231
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 29
Grades Taught
Grade 6 123
Grade 7 140
Grade 8 152

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for North Dorchester Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6123
Grade 7140
Grade 8152
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for North Dorchester Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female20850.1%
Male20749.9%