Serious incidents run slightly above the district average, and this school reports across every data category — a strong sign the numbers reflect reality.
| CATEGORY | COUNT | TIER |
|---|---|---|
| Firearm or explosive possession | 0 | Serious |
| Homicide | 0 | Serious |
| Physical attack with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| Rape / sexual assault | 0 | Serious |
| Referral to law enforcement | 1 | Serious |
| Robbery with weapon | 1 | Serious |
| School-related arrest | 1 | Serious |
| Threat of attack with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| Physical attack without weapon | 163 | Moderate |
| Robbery without weapon | 15 | Moderate |
| Threat of attack without weapon | 20 | Moderate |
| Bullying / harassment (general) | 0 | Minor |
E. Russell Hicks Middle ranks #41 of 43 scoreable schools in this district.
| SCHOOL | GRADES | SCORE | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emma K. Doub Elementary | PK–05 | 64 | A |
| Smithsburg Elementary | PK–05 | 63 | A |
| Sharpsburg Elementary | PK–05 | 63 | A |
| Barbara Ingram School for the Arts | 09–12 | 58 | A |
| Washington County Technical High | 11–12 | 57 | A |
| Marshall Street School | PK–12 | 56 | A |
| Cascade Elementary | PK–05 | 48 | A |
| Greenbrier Elementary | PK–05 | 46 | A |