North Hagerstown High School is public high school located in Hagerstown, Maryland. The school is part of the Washington County Public Schools system. North Hagerstown High School is fully accredited by the Maryland State Department of Education.
Serving 1,583 students in grades 9-12, North Hagerstown High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is equal to the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Hagerstown High School's student population of 1,583 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,583 students
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Rankings
North Hagerstown High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Hagerstown High School is 0.73, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#559 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
21%
24%
Black
24%
32%
White
41%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Washington County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hubs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Hagerstown High School's ranking?
North Hagerstown High School is ranked #559 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are North Hagerstown High School often compared to?
North Hagerstown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Hagerstown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Hagerstown High School?
The graduation rate of North Hagerstown High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend North Hagerstown High School?
1,583 students attend North Hagerstown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of North Hagerstown High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Hagerstown High School?
North Hagerstown High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Hagerstown High School offer ?
North Hagerstown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Hagerstown High School part of?
North Hagerstown High School is part of Washington County School District.
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