Rising Sun Middle School
619 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
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.
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.
619
Total Students
43.4
Full-Time Teachers
14.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
38.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 559 |
| Hispanic | 36 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 20 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White559 (90.3 %)
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Hispanic36 (5.8 %)
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Two or More20 (3.2 %)
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Asian3 (0.5 %)
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American Indian1 (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: | Cecil County Public Schools |
| Phone: | (410)658-5535 |
| Website: | http://www.ccps.org/Domain/125 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 619 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 43.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 203 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 37 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
201
Grade 7
203
Grade 8
215
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 201 |
| Grade 7 | 203 |
| Grade 8 | 215 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 293 | 47.3% |
| Male | 326 | 52.7% |
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