At a glance
Reported students
1,050
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
69.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Maryland high enrollment
45th percentile
Compared with 252 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
456
Elkton High: 1,050 reported students.
State peer staffing position
36th percentile
15.1:1 reported; state peer median 15.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,119
- Teachers (FTE)
- 78
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.3:1
What the reported data says about Elkton High
Elkton High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Elkton. It is one of 29 current school records connected to Cecil County Public Schools. NCES reports 1,050 students for 2024–25.
Among 252 high schools in Maryland with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 1,098 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 45th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.1:1, close to the Maryland median of 15.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (42.1%) and Black (27.5%). English learners represent 2.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 10%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 16 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Elkton High
- 1How do the reported 15.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 69.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 2.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 10%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 55.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White42.1%
- Hispanic17.4%
- Black27.5%
- Asian1.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial11.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
16 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Cecil County Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
North East High
High · Grades 09–12
1,057 reported students
Rising Sun High
High · Grades 09–12
1,074 reported students
Perryville High
High · Grades 09–12
858 reported students
Bohemia Manor High
High · Grades 09–12
591 reported students
Cecil County School of Technology
High · Grades 09–12
0 reported students
North East Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
758 reported students
Public schools near Elkton High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cecil County School of Technology High · Cecil County Public Schools | 09–12 | 0 | 2.3 mi |
| Glasgow High School High · Christina School District | 09–12 | 908 | 5 mi |
| Hodgson (Paul M.) Vocational Technical High School High · New Castle County Vocational-Technical School District | 09–12 | 1,104 | 5.3 mi |
| North East High High · Cecil County Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,057 | 5.8 mi |
| Newark High School High · Christina School District | 09–12 | 1,039 | 6.5 mi |
| Bohemia Manor High High · Cecil County Public Schools | 09–12 | 591 | 7.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Elkton High
What grades does Elkton High serve?
Elkton High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Cecil County Public Schools.
How many students attend Elkton High?
Elkton High reported 1,050 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 45th percentile among 252 Maryland high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,119 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Elkton High?
The calculated ratio is 15.1:1, based on 1,050 students and 69.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Maryland median for the same school level is 15.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Elkton High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Elkton High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Cecil County Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Elkton High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
55.2% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Elkton High in?
Elkton High is part of Cecil County Public Schools, based in Elkton, MD, which operates 29 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Elkton High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Cecil County School of Technology (2.3 mi), Glasgow High School (5 mi), Hodgson (Paul M.) Vocational Technical High School (5.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.