- Prince Street School — Grades PK–5 · 976 students
- Delmar Elementary — Grades PK–4 · 914 students
- Beaver Run School — Grades PK–2 · 741 students
- Pinehurst Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 564 students
- North Salisbury Elementary — Grades 3–5 · 526 students
- Pemberton Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 506 students
- East Salisbury Elementary — Grades 3–5 · 486 students
- Fruitland Primary — Grades PK–2 · 445 students
- West Salisbury — Grades PK–2 · 409 students
- Glen Avenue School — Grades 2–5 · 386 students
- Fruitland Intermediate — Grades 3–5 · 343 students
- Westside Intermediate — Grades 2–5 · 342 students
- Northwestern Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 340 students
- Willards Elementary — Grades PK–3 · 311 students
- Charles H. Chipman Elementary — Grades PK–1 · 303 students
- Westside Primary — Grades PK–1 · 201 students
- Bennett Middle — Grades 6–8 · 963 students
- Salisbury Middle — Grades 6–8 · 847 students
- Wicomico Middle — Grades 6–8 · 827 students
- James M. Bennett High — Grades 9–12 · 1,474 students
- Wicomico High — Grades 9–12 · 1,304 students
- Parkside High — Grades 9–12 · 1,272 students
- Wicomico County Evening High — Grades 9–12 · 35 students
- Mardela Middle & High — Grades 6–12 · 742 students
- Pittsville Elementary & Middle — Grades 4–8 · 325 students
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| Metric | Wicomico County Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 25 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $17,400/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Wicomico County Public Schools
Families searching for schools in Wicomico, Maryland (ZIP 21822) are zoned to Wicomico County Public Schools. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Maryland districts on the data NCES reports. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Use the district statistics and boundary map above to confirm the area, then verify your exact school assignment with the district before making a housing decision.
Funding and Resources
Wicomico County Public Schools reports per-pupil expenditure of approximately $17,400 per year, placing it near the Maryland state average of approximately $16,500 and above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Above-average spending generally translates to more instructional resources per student, stronger program variety at the middle and high school levels, and better-maintained facilities. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With multiple schools, Wicomico County Public Schools operates as a district of unknown size serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Wicomico County Public Schools to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
Wicomico County Public Schools has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 6/10, placing it in the average tier. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Wicomico County Public Schools falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 21822
Children in zip code 21822 are assigned to Wicomico County Public Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 21822, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Wicomico County Public Schools at (410)677-4400 or visit www.wcboe.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Maryland districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Wicomico
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Wicomico County Public Schools serves zip code 21822, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 21822 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Maryland, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Wicomico County Public Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 21822.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Wicomico County Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 21822 data.