Elkton High School is a high school located in Elkton, Maryland, United States on 110 James St. It is a member of the Cecil County Public Schools and there are approximately ~1000 students.
Serving 1,050 students in grades 9-12, Elkton 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,050 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Elkton High School's student population of 1,050 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,050 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Gold, Purple
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Rankings
Elkton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elkton High School is 0.71, 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
#618 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
18%
24%
Black
28%
32%
White
42%
31%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Elks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkton High School's ranking?
Elkton High School is ranked #618 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Elkton High School often compared to?
Elkton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rising Sun High School, North East High School, Bohemia Manor High 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 27% MD state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elkton High School?
The graduation rate of Elkton High School is 86%, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Elkton High School?
1,050 students attend Elkton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Elkton High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elkton High School?
Elkton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elkton High School offer ?
Elkton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elkton High School part of?
Elkton High School is part of Cecil County School District.
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