Serving 1,965 students in grades 9-12, Bladensburg High School ranks in the top 50% 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 14% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 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 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,965 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 65% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bladensburg High School's student population of 1,965 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,965 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bladensburg High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bladensburg High School is 0.41, 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
#625 out of 1343 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
74%
21%
Black
22%
33%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #625 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bladensburg High School?
The graduation rate of Bladensburg High School is 65%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bladensburg High School?
1,965 students attend Bladensburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Bladensburg High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bladensburg High School?
Bladensburg High School has a student ration of 16:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bladensburg High School part of?
Bladensburg High School is part of Prince George''s County Public Schools School District.
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