Stephen Decatur High School is a four-year public high school in Berlin, Worcester County, Maryland, United States. With the grades of 9–12 the school is a part of Worcester County Public Schools.
Serving 1,462 students in grades 9-12, Stephen Decatur High School ranks in the top 50% 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 38% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stephen Decatur High School's student population of 1,462 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,462 students
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1954
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Rankings
Stephen Decatur 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 Stephen Decatur High School is 0.48, 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
#412 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
10%
24%
Black
9%
32%
White
71%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stephen Decatur High School's ranking?
Stephen Decatur High School is ranked #412 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Stephen Decatur High School often compared to?
Stephen Decatur High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Snow Hill High School, Pocomoke High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stephen Decatur High School?
The graduation rate of Stephen Decatur High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Stephen Decatur High School?
1,462 students attend Stephen Decatur High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Stephen Decatur High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stephen Decatur High School?
Stephen Decatur High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stephen Decatur High School offer ?
Stephen Decatur High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stephen Decatur High School part of?
Stephen Decatur High School is part of Worcester County School District.
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