Serving 1,254 students in grades 9-12, Wicomico High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher 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 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wicomico High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wicomico High School's student population of 1,254 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wicomico High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wicomico High School is 0.67, 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
#290 out of 1343 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
51%
33%
White
22%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wicomico High School's ranking?
Wicomico High School is ranked #290 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Wicomico High School often compared to?
Wicomico High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James M. Bennett High School, Parkside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wicomico High School?
The graduation rate of Wicomico High School is 84%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wicomico High School?
1,254 students attend Wicomico High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Wicomico High School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wicomico High School?
Wicomico High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wicomico High School offer ?
Wicomico High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wicomico High School part of?
Wicomico High School is part of Wicomico County Public Schools School District.
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