Arundel High School is a public high school located in Gambrills, Maryland, a suburb of Anne Arundel County. The school is part of the Anne Arundel County Public School system, and is the primary high school for Gambrills and portions of the Odenton area.
Serving 1,778 students in grades 9-12, Arundel High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 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 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Arundel High serves the northwest part of its school district in Gambrills, MD, covering an area of approximately 24.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6 miles away.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Arundel High School's student population of 1,778 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,778 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1854
School Calendar
School Motto
'Welcome to Arundel High School. Home of the Wildcats!'
School Rankings
Arundel High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arundel High School is 0.73, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#346 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: 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 #346 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% 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 85.8%.
How many students attend Arundel High School?
1,778 students attend Arundel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Arundel High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arundel High School?
Arundel High School has a student ration of 19:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arundel High School part of?
Arundel High School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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