For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 4,085 students in Salisbury, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in Salisbury, 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.
Salisbury, MD public high schools 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 Salisbury have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Salisbury, MD public high school 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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Salisbury, MD (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: 9-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
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 | 1,272 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
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 | 1,474 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
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 | 1,304 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Salisbury, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in Salisbury, MD include Wicomico County Evening High School, Parkside High School and James M. Bennett High School.
How many public high schools are located in Salisbury?
4 public high schools are located in Salisbury.
What is the racial composition of students in Salisbury?
Salisbury public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Salisbury are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Salisbury include: Parkside High School vs. James M. Bennett High School, James M. Bennett High School vs. Parkside High School, Wicomico High School vs. James M. Bennett High School
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