Williamsport High School is a public high school in Williamsport, Washington County, Maryland, United States.
Serving 1,061 students in grades 9-12, Williamsport High School ranks in the top 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,061 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Williamsport High School's student population of 1,061 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,061 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Motto
Cultivating learning communities that spark curiosity, ignite creativity, and inspire success.
School Rankings
Williamsport 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 Williamsport High School is 0.56, 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
#646 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
18%
24%
Black
11%
32%
White
63%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williamsport High School's ranking?
Williamsport High School is ranked #646 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Williamsport High School often compared to?
Williamsport High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Hagerstown High School, South Hagerstown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Williamsport High School?
The graduation rate of Williamsport High School is 88%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Williamsport High School?
1,061 students attend Williamsport High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Williamsport High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williamsport High School?
Williamsport High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Williamsport High School offer ?
Williamsport High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Williamsport High School part of?
Williamsport High School is part of Washington County School District.
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