Kent County High
531 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Kent County High School, located in Worton, Maryland, serves as the primary public high school for students within Kent County Public Schools. Situated in a rural setting on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, the school acts as the focal point for secondary education in the district, emphasizing a commitment to preparing students for both post-secondary education and the local workforce. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes core academic subjects, elective courses, and various extracurricular activities designed to foster student engagement and community involvement.
In addition to its standard academic offerings, Kent County High School focuses on creating a supportive environment that prioritizes student growth and achievement. The school integrates modern educational technology and emphasizes community partnership to provide students with diverse learning opportunities. By maintaining a smaller school atmosphere compared to larger districts, the school aims to provide personalized attention and foster strong relationships between faculty, students, and families, ensuring that each student is equipped with the necessary skills to succeed after graduation.
In addition to its standard academic offerings, Kent County High School focuses on creating a supportive environment that prioritizes student growth and achievement. The school integrates modern educational technology and emphasizes community partnership to provide students with diverse learning opportunities. By maintaining a smaller school atmosphere compared to larger districts, the school aims to provide personalized attention and foster strong relationships between faculty, students, and families, ensuring that each student is equipped with the necessary skills to succeed after graduation.
531
Total Students
48.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
60.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 314 |
| Hispanic | 62 |
| Black | 115 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 37 |
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White314 (59.1 %)
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Black115 (21.7 %)
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Hispanic62 (11.7 %)
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Two or More37 (7.0 %)
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Asian3 (0.6 %)
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: | Kent County Public Schools |
| Phone: | (410)778-4540 |
| Website: | http://kent.k12.md.us |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 531 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 48.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 275 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 47 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
128
Grade 10
123
Grade 11
150
Grade 12
130
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 128 |
| Grade 10 | 123 |
| Grade 11 | 150 |
| Grade 12 | 130 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 264 | 49.7% |
| Male | 267 | 50.3% |