Serving 922 students in grades 9-12, South Carroll 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 64% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 922 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Carroll 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
School Overview
South Carroll High School's student population of 922 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
922 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Carroll 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 South Carroll High School is 0.29, 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
#31 out of 1343 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
2%
33%
White
84%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Carroll High School's ranking?
South Carroll High School is ranked #31 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are South Carroll High School often compared to?
South Carroll High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Century High School, Liberty High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Carroll High School?
The graduation rate of South Carroll High School is 97%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Carroll High School?
922 students attend South Carroll High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of South Carroll High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Carroll High School?
South Carroll High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Carroll High School offer ?
South Carroll High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Carroll High School part of?
South Carroll High School is part of Carroll County Public Schools School District.
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