Serving 1,814 students in grades 9-12, Reservoir High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,814 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reservoir High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Reservoir High School's student population of 1,814 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,814 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Reservoir High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reservoir High School is 0.76, which is more 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
#42 out of 1343 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
7%
Hispanic
20%
21%
Black
34%
33%
White
24%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reservoir High School's ranking?
Reservoir High School is ranked #42 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Reservoir High School often compared to?
Reservoir High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atholton High School, River Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Reservoir High School?
The graduation rate of Reservoir High School is 96%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Reservoir High School?
1,814 students attend Reservoir High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Reservoir High School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reservoir High School?
Reservoir High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Reservoir High School offer ?
Reservoir High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Reservoir High School part of?
Reservoir High School is part of Howard County Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Reservoir High School located?
Reservoir High School is located in the Maple Lawn neighborhood of Fulton, MD. There are 3 other public schools located in Maple Lawn.
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