Serving 733 students in grades 9-12, Smithsburg High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Smithsburg High serves the eastern part of Smithsburg, MD, covering an area of approximately 65.5 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 5 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 7.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smithsburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Smithsburg High School's student population of 733 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
733 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smithsburg High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithsburg High School is 0.45, 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
#320 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Leopard
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithsburg High School's ranking?
Smithsburg High School is ranked #320 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Smithsburg High School often compared to?
Smithsburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boonsboro High School, North Hagerstown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smithsburg High School?
The graduation rate of Smithsburg High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Smithsburg High School?
733 students attend Smithsburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Smithsburg High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smithsburg High School?
Smithsburg High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smithsburg High School offer ?
Smithsburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smithsburg High School part of?
Smithsburg High School is part of Washington County School District.
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