Serving 1,487 students in grades 9-12, South Hagerstown High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Hagerstown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
South Hagerstown High School's student population of 1,487 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South 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 South Hagerstown High School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#668 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
21%
22%
Black
28%
33%
White
35%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Hagerstown High School's ranking?
South Hagerstown High School is ranked #668 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are South Hagerstown High School often compared to?
South Hagerstown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Hagerstown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Hagerstown High School?
The graduation rate of South Hagerstown High School is 77%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend South Hagerstown High School?
1,487 students attend South Hagerstown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of South Hagerstown High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Hagerstown High School?
South Hagerstown High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Hagerstown High School offer ?
South Hagerstown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Hagerstown High School part of?
South Hagerstown High School is part of Washington County School District.
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