Serving 1,363 students in grades 9-12, Glenelg High School ranks in the top 5% 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 73% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Glenelg High serves the northwest part of its school district in Glenelg, MD, covering an area of approximately 80 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.2 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 10.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenelg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Glenelg High School's student population of 1,363 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,363 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1958
School Rankings
Glenelg High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenelg High School is 0.60, 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
#59 out of 1338 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
20%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
6%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
59%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
98%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenelg High School's ranking?
Glenelg High School is ranked #59 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Glenelg High School often compared to?
Glenelg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Hill High School, Centennial High School, Marriotts Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glenelg High School?
The graduation rate of Glenelg High School is 98%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Glenelg High School?
1,363 students attend Glenelg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Glenelg High School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenelg High School?
Glenelg High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenelg High School offer ?
Glenelg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glenelg High School part of?
Glenelg High School is part of Howard County School District.
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