Wicomico High School is a high school located in Salisbury, Wicomico County, Maryland, United States. It is one of four public high schools in Wicomico County along with James M. Bennett High School, Mardela Middle and High School and Parkside High School. Wicomico High School currently enrolls grades 9 through 12.
Serving 1,304 students in grades 9-12, Wicomico High School ranks in the bottom 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 12% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wicomico High School's student population of 1,304 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,304 students
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow
School Rankings
Wicomico High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wicomico High School is 0.68, 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
#913 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
19%
24%
Black
50%
32%
White
18%
31%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indian
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wicomico High School's ranking?
Wicomico High School is ranked #913 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Wicomico High School often compared to?
Wicomico High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James M. Bennett High School, Parkside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wicomico High School?
The graduation rate of Wicomico High School is 84%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Wicomico High School?
1,304 students attend Wicomico High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Wicomico High School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wicomico High School?
Wicomico High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wicomico High School offer ?
Wicomico High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wicomico High School part of?
Wicomico High School is part of Wicomico County School District.
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