Elkton High School is a high school located in Elkton, Maryland, United States on 110 James St. It is a member of the Cecil County Public Schools and there are approximately ~1000 students.
Serving 1,105 students in grades 9-12, Elkton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,105 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elkton High School's student population of 1,105 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,105 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Gold, Purple
School Rankings
Elkton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elkton High School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#618 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
17%
23%
Black
29%
33%
White
41%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Elks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkton High School's ranking?
Elkton High School is ranked #618 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Elkton High School often compared to?
Elkton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rising Sun High School, North East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elkton High School?
The graduation rate of Elkton High School is 86%, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Elkton High School?
1,105 students attend Elkton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Elkton High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elkton High School?
Elkton High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elkton High School offer ?
Elkton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elkton High School part of?
Elkton High School is part of Cecil County School District.
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