Serving 1,059 students in grades 9-12, Elkton High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,059 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Elkton High School's student population of 1,059 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,059 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elkton High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elkton High School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#201 out of 1343 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
25%
33%
White
47%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkton High School's ranking?
Elkton High School is ranked #201 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Elkton High School often compared to?
Elkton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rising Sun High School, North East High School, Bohemia Manor 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 20% MD state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elkton High School?
The graduation rate of Elkton High School is 90%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Elkton High School?
1,059 students attend Elkton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Elkton High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elkton High School?
Elkton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elkton High School offer ?
Elkton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elkton High School part of?
Elkton High School is part of Cecil County Public Schools School District.
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