Serving 1,456 students in grades 9-12, Atholton 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 73% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Atholton High School's student population of 1,456 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Atholton 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 Atholton High School is 0.76, which is more 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
#19 out of 1343 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
7%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
32%
33%
White
31%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Atholton High School's ranking?
Atholton High School is ranked #19 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Atholton High School often compared to?
Atholton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Atholton High School?
The graduation rate of Atholton High School is 96%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Atholton High School?
1,456 students attend Atholton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Atholton High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 7% 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 15:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Atholton High School part of?
Atholton High School is part of Howard County Public Schools School District.
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