For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,610 students in Smithsburg, MD.
The top ranked public schools in Smithsburg, MD are Smithsburg Middle School, Smithsburg Elementary School and Smithsburg High 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 35% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Smithsburg, MD (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Smithsburg Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
68 N Main St
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8353
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8353
Grades: 6-8
| 531 students
Rank: #22.
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
Grades: PK-5
| 344 students
Rank: #33.
Smithsburg High School
(Math: 25-29% | 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
Grades: 9-12
| 735 students
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 Elementary School and Smithsburg High School.
How many public schools are located in Smithsburg, MD?
3 public schools are located in Smithsburg, MD.
What is the racial composition of students in Smithsburg, MD?
Smithsburg, MD public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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