Chopticon High School is a public high school located in Morganza, Maryland, United States. The school serves students in grades 9???2. It offers college preparatory programs and programs that prepare students for business and technical occupations.
Serving 1,526 students in grades 9-12, Chopticon High School ranks in the top 30% 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 35% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chopticon High serves the western part of its district in Morganza, MD, covering an area of approximately 228.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 15.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chopticon High School's student population of 1,526 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,526 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Motto
At Chopticon we teach for academic achievement, personal responsibility, and independent thinking so that students will have the skills and habits necessary to be college and/or career ready.
School Rankings
Chopticon High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chopticon High School is 0.38, 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
#387 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Home of the Braves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chopticon High School's ranking?
Chopticon High School is ranked #387 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Chopticon High School often compared to?
Chopticon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leonardtown High School, Great Mills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chopticon High School?
The graduation rate of Chopticon High School is 93%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Chopticon High School?
1,526 students attend Chopticon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Chopticon High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chopticon High School?
Chopticon High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chopticon High School offer ?
Chopticon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chopticon High School part of?
Chopticon High School is part of St. Mary's County School District.
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