Washington Academy and High School, also once known as simply Washington High School, is a public high school in Somerset County, Maryland, United States. The school handles five grades: 8th grade is handled in the "academy" section of the school, while grades 9 through 12 are handled as high school.
Serving 619 students in grades 8-12, Washington Academy And 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Academy And High School's student population of 619 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
619 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1998
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington Academy And 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 Washington Academy And High School is 0.58, 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
#1016 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
10%
24%
Black
60%
32%
White
22%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Academy And High School's ranking?
Washington Academy And High School is ranked #1016 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Washington Academy And High School often compared to?
Washington Academy And High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crisfield Academy And High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington Academy And High School?
The graduation rate of Washington Academy And High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Washington Academy And High School?
619 students attend Washington Academy And High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Washington Academy And High School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Academy And High School?
Washington Academy And High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Academy And High School offer ?
Washington Academy And High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington Academy And High School part of?
Washington Academy And High School is part of Somerset County School District.
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