Catoctin High School is a four-year public high school in Thurmont, Frederick County, Maryland, United States.
Serving 823 students in grades 9-12, Catoctin 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 823 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Catoctin High serves the northern part of its school district in Thurmont, MD, covering an area of approximately 153.3 square miles. Families typically drive 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being 7.6 miles and the furthest edge located 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Catoctin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Catoctin High School's student population of 823 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
823 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Rankings
Catoctin High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Catoctin High School is 0.32, 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
#426 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
32%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)25.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catoctin High School's ranking?
Catoctin High School is ranked #426 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Catoctin High School often compared to?
Catoctin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middletown High School, Thurmont Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Catoctin High School?
The graduation rate of Catoctin High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Catoctin High School?
823 students attend Catoctin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Catoctin High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Catoctin High School?
Catoctin High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Catoctin High School offer ?
Catoctin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Catoctin High School part of?
Catoctin High School is part of Frederick County School District.
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