Serving 1,733 students in grades 9-12, Arundel High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,733 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arundel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Arundel High School's student population of 1,733 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,733 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arundel High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arundel 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
#70 out of 1343 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
30%
33%
White
44%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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 Arundel High School's ranking?
Arundel High School is ranked #70 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Arundel High School often compared to?
Arundel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Severna Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arundel High School?
The graduation rate of Arundel High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Arundel High School?
1,733 students attend Arundel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Arundel High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arundel High School?
Arundel High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arundel High School offer ?
Arundel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Arundel High School part of?
Arundel High School is part of Anne Arundel County Public Schools School District.
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