High Schools in Somerset County Public Schools

The Somerset County Public Schools district in Maryland is home to two high schools: Washington Academy and High School and Crisfield Academy and High School. While both schools face challenges, Crisfield Academy and High School appears to be the stronger performer overall, with higher test scores, a lower dropout rate, and better statewide rankings compared to Washington Academy and High School.

Crisfield Academy and High School has a higher percentage of students proficient in English Language Arts (ELA) across all grades, with 45.9% proficient or better in 2024-2025 compared to 32.7% at Washington Academy and High School. It also outperforms its counterpart in 8th grade Math and Science proficiency rates. Both schools have the same four-year graduation rate of 82.2% and dropout rate of 15.7% for the 2023-2024 school year, indicating they are facing similar systemic challenges.

The data highlights the need for a comprehensive review and improvement plan for the Somerset County Public Schools district, with a focus on addressing the root causes of the low performance, high absenteeism, and equity issues across the two high schools. While Crisfield Academy and High School appears to be the stronger performer, both schools are struggling and ranked in the bottom half of Maryland high schools, suggesting broader challenges within the district that need to be addressed.