Serving 1,519 students in grades 9-12, Linganore High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% 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: 1,519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linganore High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Linganore High School's student population of 1,519 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Linganore High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linganore High School is 0.37, 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
#11 out of 1343 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
4%
33%
White
79%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linganore High School's ranking?
Linganore High School is ranked #11 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Linganore High School often compared to?
Linganore High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Urbana High School, Middletown High School, Oakdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Linganore High School?
The graduation rate of Linganore High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Linganore High School?
1,519 students attend Linganore High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Linganore High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Linganore High School?
Linganore High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Linganore High School offer ?
Linganore High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Linganore High School part of?
Linganore High School is part of Frederick County Public Schools School District.
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