James M. Bennett High School

James M. Bennett High School uses renewable energy supplied by its large solar array.

The baseball field at James M. Bennett High School sees lots of action in Spring.

Athletics are an important part of student life at James M. Bennett High School.

James M. Bennett High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12

300 E College Ave, Salisbury, MD

South Salisbury Neighborhood

Wicomico County Public Schools

3.6

3.0

1,379 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1

Average SAT Score
1180

Average ACT Score
27

Math Proficiency
24%

Reading Proficiency
38%

Average GPA
3.61

Graduation Rate
81%

B-

Academics

B+

Teachers

College Prep

C+

Administration

Resources/Facilities

B+

Clubs and Activities

B+

Sports

Food

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Niche Grade Details

Academics

Average GPA

3.61

Reading Proficiency

38%

Math Proficiency

24%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

14:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

9.7%

College Prep

Average SAT

1180

Math

580

Verbal

590

Average ACT

Math

English

Reading

Science

Number of AP Courses

AP Pass Rate

18.5%

AP Math Enrollment

Average

AP Science Enrollment

High

Other AP Enrollment

Average

Clubs and Activities

Girls Athletic Participation

Low

Boys Athletic Participation

Low

Test Scores

College Readiness

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

454:1

Student Diversity

Male

50.6%

Female

49.2%

White

38.6%

Black

35.4%

Hispanic

13.8%

Two or more races

Asian or Pacific Islander

5.3%

Native American

<1%

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered

IB Programs Offered

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.

University of Maryland - College Park 275 Students

Salisbury University 270 Students

Towson University 187 Students

University of Maryland Eastern Shore 102 Students

Wor-Wic Community College 87 Students

Temple University 83 Students

James Madison University 71 Students

Georgetown University 67 Students

University of Delaware 66 Students

Morgan State University 64 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.

Business 93 Students

Psychology 82 Students

Biology 75 Students

Nursing 63 Students

Pre-Medicine Studies 50 Students

Computer Science 49 Students

Accounting 47 Students

Chemistry 30 Students

Criminology 23 Students

Environmental Science 23 Students

This School’s Reviews

4.0 Parent

2/10/2025

I think the school would benefit from having more technology programs and tutorial assistants. These prgrams would benefit are not quite ready for the college experience and those who simply need a one on one resource as better college prep.

4.0 Senior

7/22/2024

I have really enjoyed the club and extracurricular life at this school. Events like Rock & Rock Revival have really showcased musical and performing talent in a way not available to most students. Compared to other schools in the county there is a surplus of extracurriculars. The safety in the school was a weak point my freshman year. I would love to see more school spirit and a better sports department, specifically in football, seeing as our team has only won twice in the last three years.

3.0 Junior

12/6/2023

James M. Bennett is an all-round decent school. From academics to sports, Bennett is just good-enough. There is a noticeable lack in resources for research and science fair experiences. Unfortunately, the school is not very safe and has had a lot of bad situations like gun threats.

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1.0 parent

2/27/2016

Principal grudis is non existent. My child doesn't even know what he looks like as a junior. Out of control students, fights rampant. Good teachers for the most part but it's scary my tax dollars go to this place. This school, while new, makes me want to scream and cry for my kids!!! Stop this madne...

1.0 student

10/21/2014

If I could provide negative stars I would happily pay to do so. The administrative staff at this school are morons. There is NO leadership in any way shape, form or fashion. Behavior of the students is unacceptable, and the policies for sporting events, dances and extra programs are borderline insan...

4.0 parent

4/12/2014

James M. Bennett was a great school for my children. They made great friends with peers from a variety of cultures. Bennett is a melting pot of students whose families come from a variety of countries. They appear to get along well. While the students could have been challenged more in some of their...

5.0 other

3/13/2014

"BEST school year yet", so my grand daughter says. We move alot, (job related) this is her 8th school to attend and she ranks this one the top! We'd read bad reviews and feared the worst, but the teachers are great and the kids are friendly. She is in 10th grade, honors classes. I can't say enough G...

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Median Lot Size

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Average Household Income

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% of College Grads

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9th to 12th
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James M. Bennett High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Salisbury, MD and is served by the Wicomico County Public Schools in Maryland. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,379 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 24% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 38% are proficient in reading. James M. Bennett High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.61, the graduation rate is 81%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1180 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $356,881. Discover additional schools in the area, like Wicomico County Evening High School, Parkside High School, Wicomico High School, and more. Learn more about what Salisbury has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near James M. Bennett High School.

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