SMITHSBURG HIGH SCHOOL
Smithsburg High is a public high school that is part of the Washington County Public Schools school district, located in Smithsburg, MD with about 779 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 44 teachers, Smithsburg High has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Smithsburg High School, located in the small town of Smithsburg, Maryland, serves as a central hub for the local community within the Washington County Public Schools district. Known for its traditional campus setting, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive educational experience that balances rigorous academic standards with a variety of extracurricular activities. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive environment where students are encouraged to pursue both college readiness and career-oriented pathways, often leveraging the small-town atmosphere to build strong relationships between faculty, students, and local families.
Beyond the classroom, Smithsburg High is well-regarded for its active participation in athletics and arts programs, which serve as pillars of school spirit and community engagement. The school offers a diverse range of clubs, varsity sports, and elective courses designed to help students develop well-rounded skills and personal interests. By maintaining high expectations for student achievement and promoting a culture of civic responsibility, Smithsburg High School remains a key institution for preparing students to transition successfully into adulthood and their chosen post-secondary endeavors.
For more information, contact Smithsburg High at (301) 766-8337 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Smithsburg, MD 21783-9606
(301) 766-8337
SMITHSBURG HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Smithsburg, MD with about 779 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Maryland
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Washington County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 779
- Teachers:
- 44.6
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 779 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SMITHSBURG HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.
- White
- 82.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.1%
- Black or African American
- 5.1%
- Two or more races
- 4.6%
- Asian
- 1.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 49.0%
- Male
- 51.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.