Colonel Richardson High School is located outside of Federalsburg, Maryland, United States, and is part of the Caroline County Public Schools system. As of 2021, the school serves approximately 526 students in grades nine to twelve.
Serving 535 students in grades 9-12, Colonel Richardson High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colonel Richardson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Colonel Richardson High School's student population of 535 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colonel Richardson 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 Colonel Richardson High School is 0.63, 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
#573 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
23%
33%
White
55%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Officially Griffin But Now Is Referred To As The Colonels
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colonel Richardson High School's ranking?
Colonel Richardson High School is ranked #573 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Colonel Richardson High School often compared to?
Colonel Richardson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Caroline High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colonel Richardson High School?
The graduation rate of Colonel Richardson High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Colonel Richardson High School?
535 students attend Colonel Richardson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Colonel Richardson High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colonel Richardson High School?
Colonel Richardson High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Colonel Richardson High School offer ?
Colonel Richardson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colonel Richardson High School part of?
Colonel Richardson High School is part of Caroline County School District.
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