Serving 522 students in grades 9-12, Kent County 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kent County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Kent County High School's student population of 522 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kent County 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 Kent County High School is 0.62, 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
#616 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
12%
23%
Black
24%
33%
White
56%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Kent County High School's ranking?
Kent County High School is ranked #616 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Kent County High School often compared to?
Kent County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Queen Anne's County High School, Kent County Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kent County High School?
The graduation rate of Kent County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Kent County High School?
522 students attend Kent County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Kent County High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kent County High School?
Kent County High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kent County High School offer ?
Kent County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kent County High School part of?
Kent County High School is part of Kent County School District.
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