Serving 1,540 students in grades 9-12, Atholton High School ranks in the top 20% 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 58% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Atholton High serves the southern part of Columbia, MD, covering an area of approximately 12.1 square miles. Families in this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atholton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Atholton High School's student population of 1,540 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,540 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1966
School Rankings
Atholton High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atholton High School is 0.77, which is more 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
#158 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
19%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
32%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
27%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
95%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Raider
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atholton High School's ranking?
Atholton High School is ranked #158 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Atholton High School often compared to?
Atholton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reservoir High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Atholton High School?
The graduation rate of Atholton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Atholton High School?
1,540 students attend Atholton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Atholton High School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atholton High School?
Atholton High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Atholton High School offer ?
Atholton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Atholton High School part of?
Atholton High School is part of Howard County School District.
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