For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 3,945 students in 21804, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 21804, MD are Wicomico County Evening High School, Parkside High School and James M. Bennett High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21804 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21804, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21804 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Parkside High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21804, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wicomico County Evening High School
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
916 S. Schumaker Dr
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-4537
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-4537
Gr: 10-12 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Parkside High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1015 Beaglin Park Dr
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5143
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5143
Gr: 9-12 | 1,223 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
James M. Bennett High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 E College Avenue
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5141
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5141
Gr: 9-12 | 1,379 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
Wicomico High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 Long Avenue
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5146
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5146
Gr: 9-12 | 1,307 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 21804, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21804, MD include Wicomico County Evening High School, Parkside High School and James M. Bennett High School.
How many public high schools are located in 21804?
4 public high schools are located in 21804.
What is the racial composition of students in 21804?
21804 public high schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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