Stephen Decatur High
1,462 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Stephen Decatur High School, located in Berlin, Maryland, serves as the primary public high school for students in the Worcester County Public School system. Named after the American naval officer Stephen Decatur, the school is known for its strong emphasis on academic rigor, offering a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and career-readiness programs designed to prepare students for both collegiate pursuits and the workforce. The campus serves as a central hub for the local community, fostering a culture of school spirit centered around its athletic teams, the Seahawks, and a wide array of extracurricular clubs and fine arts programs.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Stephen Decatur is recognized for its commitment to inclusive education and student engagement. The school leverages its location on the Eastern Shore to provide unique learning opportunities and maintains a supportive environment that prioritizes student well-being and development. With a focus on preparing well-rounded graduates, the school consistently aims to balance traditional classroom instruction with modern technological integration, ensuring that students are equipped with the skills necessary to succeed in a rapidly evolving world.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Stephen Decatur is recognized for its commitment to inclusive education and student engagement. The school leverages its location on the Eastern Shore to provide unique learning opportunities and maintains a supportive environment that prioritizes student well-being and development. With a focus on preparing well-rounded graduates, the school consistently aims to balance traditional classroom instruction with modern technological integration, ensuring that students are equipped with the skills necessary to succeed in a rapidly evolving world.
1,462
Total Students
84.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
44.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,046 |
| Hispanic | 143 |
| Black | 131 |
| Asian | 26 |
| Two or More | 114 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White1,046 (71.5%)
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Hispanic143 (9.8%)
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Black131 (9.0%)
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Two or More114 (7.8%)
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Asian26 (1.8%)
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American Indian2 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Worcester County Public Schools |
| Phone: | (410)641-2171 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,462 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 84.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 553 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 91 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
377
Grade 10
355
Grade 11
359
Grade 12
371
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 377 |
| Grade 10 | 355 |
| Grade 11 | 359 |
| Grade 12 | 371 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 694 | 47.5% |
| Male | 768 | 52.5% |
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
High School 12th - 12th