Serving 368 students in grades 9-12, Snow Hill High School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Snow Hill High serves the southern part of its district in Snow Hill, MD, covering an area of approximately 347.1 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive time of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 16.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Snow Hill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Snow Hill High School's student population of 368 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
368 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Eagles SOAR!
School Rankings
Snow Hill High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Snow Hill High School is 0.64, 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
#539 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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)24.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Mascot
The Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Snow Hill High School's ranking?
Snow Hill High School is ranked #539 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Snow Hill High School often compared to?
Snow Hill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stephen Decatur High School, Pocomoke High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Snow Hill High School?
The graduation rate of Snow Hill High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Snow Hill High School?
368 students attend Snow Hill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Snow Hill High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Snow Hill High School?
Snow Hill High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Snow Hill High School offer ?
Snow Hill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Snow Hill High School part of?
Snow Hill High School is part of Worcester County School District.
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