Serving 2,394 students in grades 9-12, Old Mill High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Mill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Old Mill High School's student population of 2,394 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 142 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
142 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Old Mill High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old Mill High School is 0.71, 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
#146 out of 1343 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
36%
33%
White
36%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Old Mill High School's ranking?
Old Mill High School is ranked #146 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Old Mill High School?
The graduation rate of Old Mill High School is 94%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Old Mill High School?
2,394 students attend Old Mill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Old Mill High School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Old Mill High School?
Old Mill High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Old Mill High School offer ?
Old Mill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Old Mill High School part of?
Old Mill High School is part of Anne Arundel County Public Schools School District.
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