Boonsboro High School is a public high school in Boonsboro, Washington County, Maryland, United States.
Serving 836 students in grades 9-12, Boonsboro High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 836 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boonsboro High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Boonsboro High School's student population of 836 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
836 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Rankings
Boonsboro High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boonsboro High School is 0.31, 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
#237 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
3%
33%
White
83%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boonsboro High School's ranking?
Boonsboro High School is ranked #237 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Boonsboro High School often compared to?
Boonsboro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smithsburg High School, Clear Spring High School, Williamsport High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boonsboro High School?
The graduation rate of Boonsboro High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Boonsboro High School?
836 students attend Boonsboro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Boonsboro High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boonsboro High School?
Boonsboro High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Boonsboro High School offer ?
Boonsboro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boonsboro High School part of?
Boonsboro High School is part of Washington County School District.
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