Serving 2,005 students in grades 9-12, Dundalk High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,005 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dundalk High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dundalk High School's student population of 2,005 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,005 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dundalk High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dundalk High School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#813 out of 1343 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
39%
21%
Black
19%
33%
White
34%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
74%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dundalk High School's ranking?
Dundalk High School is ranked #813 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dundalk High School?
The graduation rate of Dundalk High School is 74%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Dundalk High School?
2,005 students attend Dundalk High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Dundalk High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dundalk High School?
Dundalk High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dundalk High School offer ?
Dundalk High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dundalk High School part of?
Dundalk High School is part of Baltimore County Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 1/6/2023
Haven't experienced anything wrong with this school so far. The teachers are nice and the work isn't overwhelming.
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