Serving 2,114 students in grades 9-12, Bladensburg High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,114 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 66% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bladensburg High serves the northwest part of Bladensburg, MD, covering an area of approximately 7.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and the furthest edge being 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bladensburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Bladensburg High School's student population of 2,114 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,114 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1936
School Motto
A Journey to Excellence: Stronger. Higher. Better. Together!
School Rankings
Bladensburg High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bladensburg High School is 0.36, 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
#920 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
78%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
66%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and White
School Mascot
Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bladensburg High School's ranking?
Bladensburg High School is ranked #920 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bladensburg High School?
The graduation rate of Bladensburg High School is 66%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Bladensburg High School?
2,114 students attend Bladensburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Bladensburg High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bladensburg High School?
Bladensburg High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bladensburg High School offer ?
Bladensburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bladensburg High School part of?
Bladensburg High School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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