Serving 1,558 students in grades 9-12, North Hagerstown 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 26% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,558 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Hagerstown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North Hagerstown High School's student population of 1,558 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Hagerstown 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 North Hagerstown High School is 0.70, 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
#546 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
19%
23%
Black
23%
33%
White
46%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 North Hagerstown High School's ranking?
North Hagerstown High School is ranked #546 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are North Hagerstown High School often compared to?
North Hagerstown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Hagerstown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Hagerstown High School?
The graduation rate of North Hagerstown High School is 94%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend North Hagerstown High School?
1,558 students attend North Hagerstown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of North Hagerstown High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Hagerstown High School?
North Hagerstown High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Hagerstown High School offer ?
North Hagerstown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Hagerstown High School part of?
North Hagerstown High School is part of Washington County School District.
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