Serving 1,203 students in grades 9-12, Easton 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 23% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,203 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Easton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Easton High School's student population of 1,203 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,203 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Easton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Easton High School is 0.65, 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
#542 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
27%
22%
Black
15%
33%
White
51%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
46%
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 Easton High School's ranking?
Easton High School is ranked #542 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Easton High School often compared to?
Easton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colonel Richardson High School, St. Michaels Middle/high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Easton High School?
The graduation rate of Easton High School is 97%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Easton High School?
1,203 students attend Easton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Easton High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Easton High School?
Easton High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Easton High School offer ?
Easton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Easton High School part of?
Easton High School is part of Talbot County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/29/2022
2 daughters attend this school presently, and the staff is attentive, helpful, and knowledgeable. The student body is spirit filled. Great learning environment.
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