Serving 468 students in grades 9-12, Clear Spring 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 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clear Spring High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clear Spring High School's student population of 468 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Clear Spring High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clear Spring High School is 0.29, 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
#341 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
25%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%

Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%

Hispanic
8%
23%

Black
4%
33%

White
84%
32%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
44%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clear Spring High School's ranking?
Clear Spring High School is ranked #341 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Clear Spring High School often compared to?
Clear Spring High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boonsboro 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 25% MD state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clear Spring High School?
The graduation rate of Clear Spring High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Clear Spring High School?
468 students attend Clear Spring High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Clear Spring High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clear Spring High School?
Clear Spring High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clear Spring High School offer ?
Clear Spring High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Clear Spring High School part of?
Clear Spring High School is part of Washington County School District.
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