Washington Academy and High School
597 Students
High School 8th - 12th
School Overview
Washington Academy and High School, located in Princess Anne, Maryland, serves as a central educational institution within the Somerset County Public Schools district. As the primary high school for the local community, it offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the personal development of its diverse student body.
Beyond its core classroom instruction, Washington Academy and High School plays an active role in the social and extracurricular life of Princess Anne. The school provides a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and service-oriented activities that encourage student engagement and school spirit. By prioritizing community involvement and collaboration, the school strives to equip its graduates with the essential skills, critical thinking abilities, and civic awareness needed to navigate the challenges of the modern world while contributing positively to the Eastern Shore community.
Beyond its core classroom instruction, Washington Academy and High School plays an active role in the social and extracurricular life of Princess Anne. The school provides a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and service-oriented activities that encourage student engagement and school spirit. By prioritizing community involvement and collaboration, the school strives to equip its graduates with the essential skills, critical thinking abilities, and civic awareness needed to navigate the challenges of the modern world while contributing positively to the Eastern Shore community.
597
Total Students
39.0
Full-Time Teachers
15.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
79.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 168 |
| Hispanic | 51 |
| Black | 327 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More | 41 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Black327 (54.8 %)
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White168 (28.1 %)
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Hispanic51 (8.5 %)
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Two or More41 (6.9 %)
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Asian9 (1.5 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Somerset County Public Schools |
| Phone: | (410)651-0480 |
| Website: | http://whs.somerset.k12.md.us/ |
| Grade Range: | 8th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 597 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 39.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 476 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 8
130
Grade 9
168
Grade 10
110
Grade 11
97
Grade 12
92
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 8 | 130 |
| Grade 9 | 168 |
| Grade 10 | 110 |
| Grade 11 | 97 |
| Grade 12 | 92 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 304 | 50.9% |
| Male | 293 | 49.1% |