Parkside High School is a four-year public high school in Salisbury, Wicomico County, Maryland, United States. It is one of four public high schools in Wicomico County along with James Bennett High School, Wicomico High School, and Mardela Middle and High School.
Serving 1,272 students in grades 9-12, Parkside 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 32% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Parkside High School's student population of 1,272 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,272 students
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Year Founded
1975
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parkside 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 Parkside High School is 0.68, 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
#611 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
12%
24%
Black
33%
32%
White
45%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Wicomico County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkside High School's ranking?
Parkside High School is ranked #611 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Parkside High School often compared to?
Parkside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James M. Bennett High School, Wicomico High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parkside High School?
The graduation rate of Parkside High School is 92%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Parkside High School?
1,272 students attend Parkside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Parkside High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkside High School?
Parkside High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parkside High School offer ?
Parkside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parkside High School part of?
Parkside High School is part of Wicomico County School District.
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