South Hagerstown High

1,487 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

South Hagerstown High School, located in Hagerstown, Maryland, is a prominent secondary institution within the Washington County Public Schools system. Serving a diverse student population, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic growth, character development, and community engagement. Beyond its standard curriculum, the school offers various extracurricular programs, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and student-led clubs, which help foster a well-rounded educational experience for its students.

The school is particularly recognized for its vibrant "Rebel" spirit and its emphasis on preparing students for life beyond graduation, whether they choose to enter the workforce, enlist in the military, or pursue higher education. With a focus on modern learning environments and supportive faculty, South Hagerstown High strives to maintain a welcoming atmosphere that encourages both personal and scholastic achievement. As a cornerstone of the local community, it continues to play a vital role in shaping the future of Hagerstown’s youth through its ongoing dedication to student success.

1,487

Total Students

87.0

Full-Time Teachers

17.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

76.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South Hagerstown High
Demographic	Student Count
White	524
Hispanic	309
Black	416
Asian	40
Two or More	197
Pacific Islander	1

White
524 (35.2 %)
Black
416 (28.0 %)
Hispanic
309 (20.8 %)
Two or More
197 (13.2 %)
Asian
40 (2.7 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Washington County Public Schools
Phone:	(301)766-8369
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,487
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	87.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	988
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	152

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 525

Grade 10 430

Grade 11 309

Grade 12 223