Serving 511 students in grades 9-12, Kent County 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kent County High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Worton, MD, covering approximately 413.5 square miles. Families in the area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 13.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 21.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kent County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kent County High School's student population of 511 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
511 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kent County 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 Kent County High School is 0.62, 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
#633 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kent County High School's ranking?
Kent County High School is ranked #633 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Kent County High School often compared to?
Kent County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Queen Anne's County High School, Kent County Middle 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kent County High School?
The graduation rate of Kent County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Kent County High School?
511 students attend Kent County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Kent County High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kent County High School?
Kent County High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kent County High School offer ?
Kent County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kent County High School part of?
Kent County High School is part of Kent County School District.
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