Wicomico County, MD is located in the Eastern Shore area of Maryland and is home to a diverse range of educational offerings. The county is served by the Wicomico County Public School System, which consists of 24 schools including 16 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 1 high school. The school system has been consistently rated as one of the top performing school districts in the state with a majority of its schools meeting or exceeding performance benchmarks. In addition to public school education, there are many private schools and other educational institutions that provide students with an array of options for pursuing their academic goals. Further, Wicomico County also offers a variety of adult education courses and programs for those looking to continue their education or learn new skills. All these various educational options make Wicomico County an excellent place to pursue an education at any level.
Wicomico County schools spend $14,140 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 14 pupils per teacher, 852 students per librarian, and 216 children per counselor.