For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,649 students in Smithsburg, MD.
The top-ranked public schools in Smithsburg, MD are Smithsburg Middle School, Smithsburg High School and Smithsburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Smithsburg, MD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Smithsburg have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Smithsburg, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smithsburg Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
68 N Main St
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8353
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8353
Gr: 6-8 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Smithsburg High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
66 N Main St
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8337
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8337
Gr: 9-12 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Smithsburg Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
67 N Main St
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8329
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8329
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Smithsburg, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in Smithsburg, MD include Smithsburg Middle School, Smithsburg High School and Smithsburg Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Smithsburg?
3 public schools are located in Smithsburg.
What is the racial composition of students in Smithsburg?
Smithsburg public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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