Serving 566 students in grades 8-12, Washington And High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington And High School's student population of 566 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
566 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington And High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington And High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#528 out of 1343 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
54%
33%
White
29%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington And High School's ranking?
Washington And High School is ranked #528 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Washington And High School often compared to?
Washington And High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crisfield And High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington And High School?
The graduation rate of Washington And High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Washington And High School?
566 students attend Washington And High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Washington And High School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington And High School?
Washington And High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington And High School offer ?
Washington And High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington And High School part of?
Washington And High School is part of Somerset County Public Schools School District.
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