Charles Herbert Flowers High School is a comprehensive science and technology magnet school located in unincorporated Prince George's County, Maryland, United States, adjacent to the Springdale census-designated place and with a Springdale postal address. It is part of the Prince George's County School System.
Serving 2,779 students in grades 9-12, Charles Herbert Flowers 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 26% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,779 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles Herbert Flowers High School's student population of 2,779 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,779 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Black, Green, Silver
School Rankings
Charles Herbert Flowers High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles Herbert Flowers High School is 0.27, 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
#491 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
85%
33%
White
1%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles Herbert Flowers High School's ranking?
Charles Herbert Flowers High School is ranked #491 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Charles Herbert Flowers High School often compared to?
Charles Herbert Flowers High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eleanor Roosevelt High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charles Herbert Flowers High School?
The graduation rate of Charles Herbert Flowers High School is 93%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Charles Herbert Flowers High School?
2,779 students attend Charles Herbert Flowers High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Charles Herbert Flowers High School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 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 Charles Herbert Flowers High School?
Charles Herbert Flowers High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charles Herbert Flowers High School offer ?
Charles Herbert Flowers High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles Herbert Flowers High School part of?
Charles Herbert Flowers High School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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