Worcester County Public Schools

District Overview
Worcester County Public Schools is a fully operational public school district headquartered at 6270 Worcester Highway in Newark, Maryland. Situated within a distant town setting in the Ocean Pines area, the district serves a diverse body of over 7,000 students spanning pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade across its 14 active schools. The district’s student body reflects a rich tapestry of backgrounds, including approximately 4,377 White, 1,294 Black, 643 Hispanic, 561 multiracial, and 120 Asian students. Designed to support learners at every stage of early childhood and secondary education, the system delivers a continuous educational pathway focused on academic growth, community engagement, and college and career readiness along Maryland's Eastern Shore.

To maintain high academic standards and holistic student care, Worcester County Public Schools relies on a strong professional workforce totaling nearly 2,466 full-time equivalent staff members. The district's instructional framework is anchored by approximately 1,198 full-time equivalent classroom teachers and 179 instructional aides, fostering an environment with strong individual student support. This academic team is complemented by nearly 1,089 support staff members who oversee essential operational, administrative, and student care services. Parents, prospective families, and researchers interested in learning more about the district's programs and community offerings can visit their official website at www.worcesterk12.org or reach administrative staff directly at (410) 632-5000.
14
Total Schools
7,002
Total Students
1,198.0
Full-Time Teachers
5.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Worcester County Public Schools
Demographic Student Count
White4,377
Hispanic643
Black1,294
Asian120
Two or More561
American Indian7
  • White
    4,377 (62.5%)
  • Black
    1,294 (18.5%)
  • Hispanic
    643 (9.2%)
  • Two or More
    561 (8.0%)
  • Asian
    120 (1.7%)
  • American Indian
    7 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Worcester County Public Schools
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary5
Middle4
High4
Other1
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not applicable
Number of schools:14
Students:7,002*
Teachers (FTE):1,198.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.8
Schools in Worcester County Public Schools
Found 14 Schools