Easton High School is a four-year comprehensive public high school in Easton, Talbot County, Maryland, United States. It is one of two public high schools in Talbot County along with St. Michaels Middle/High School.
Serving 1,179 students in grades 9-12, Easton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Easton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Easton High School's student population of 1,179 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,179 students
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Easton 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 Easton High School is 0.66, 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
#610 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
28%
24%
Black
18%
32%
White
48%
31%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Easton High School's ranking?
Easton High School is ranked #610 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Easton High School often compared to?
Easton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colonel Richardson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Easton High School?
The graduation rate of Easton High School is 97%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Easton High School?
1,179 students attend Easton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Easton High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Easton High School?
Easton High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Easton High School offer ?
Easton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Easton High School part of?
Easton High School is part of Talbot County School District.
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