Serving 1,440 students in grades 9-12, Edgewood 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 18% (which is lower 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 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edgewood High serves the southern part of Edgewood, MD, covering an area of approximately 31.9 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.6 miles to the school's edge and some residing as far as 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgewood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Edgewood High School's student population of 1,440 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,440 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1954
School Rankings
Edgewood 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 Edgewood High School is 0.69, 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
#555 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
47%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
26%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Ram
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgewood High School's ranking?
Edgewood High School is ranked #555 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Edgewood High School often compared to?
Edgewood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joppatowne High School, Aberdeen High School, Harford Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% 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 Edgewood High School?
The graduation rate of Edgewood High School is 85%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Edgewood High School?
1,440 students attend Edgewood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Edgewood High School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgewood High School?
Edgewood High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edgewood High School offer ?
Edgewood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edgewood High School part of?
Edgewood High School is part of Harford County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
At first i heard all these rumors that Edgewood is such a bad school, now that i go to Edgewood (all three years in the middle school; and will be graduating from Edgewood High) I haven't been happier. I have many friends who go to Havre De Grace, Aberdeen, C Milton Wright, and Joppatowne. The stories that i hear about those schools from my friends makes me think And they call 'Edgewood', bad?. Anyways, I would be honored to say that Edgewood has an amazing record when it comes to the Arts. Edgewood's students are very talented when it comes to the Arts industry. Dancing, Singing, Acting, and Art in general is something that Edgewood takes pride in holding. Im a proud student of Edgewood High School.
2 10/10/2025
I hated everything about Edgewood. Glad I'm done with it.
5 10/10/2025
This school is absolutely perfect for those who want to suffer for their 4 years in high school.
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