Pocomoke High School is a four-year public high school in Pocomoke City, Worcester County, Maryland, United States. With the grades of 9–12 the school is a part of Worcester County Public Schools.
Serving 351 students in grades 9-12, Pocomoke High School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pocomoke High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Pocomoke High School's student population of 351 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Pocomoke High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pocomoke High School is 0.65, 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
#802 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
46%
33%
White
36%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pocomoke High School's ranking?
Pocomoke High School is ranked #802 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Pocomoke High School often compared to?
Pocomoke High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Snow Hill High School, Stephen Decatur High 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pocomoke High School?
The graduation rate of Pocomoke High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Pocomoke High School?
351 students attend Pocomoke High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Pocomoke High School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pocomoke High School?
Pocomoke High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pocomoke High School offer ?
Pocomoke High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pocomoke High School part of?
Pocomoke High School is part of Worcester County Public Schools.
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