Century High School is located in Eldersburg, Maryland, United States, within the Carroll County Public School District. The school was built in 2000–2001 on 65 acres of land and cost $21.2 million to complete. The building is 204,161 square feet in size.
Serving 1,101 students in grades 9-12, Century High School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Century High serves the southern part of Sykesville, MD, covering an area of approximately 33.1 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 10-12 minutes from various points within the zone. The furthest edge of this attendance area is about 5.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Century High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Century High School's student population of 1,101 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,101 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
White, Black, Green, Gold
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Century 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 Century High School is 0.44, 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
#157 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
7%
24%
Black
6%
32%
White
74%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Century High School's ranking?
Century High School is ranked #157 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Century High School often compared to?
Century High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Century High School?
The graduation rate of Century High School is 97%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Century High School?
1,101 students attend Century High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Century High School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Century High School?
Century High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Century High School offer ?
Century High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Century High School part of?
Century High School is part of Carroll County School District.
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