Glenelg High School is a public high school in Glenelg, Maryland, United States. Glenelg HS is located in the western portion of Howard County, Maryland and is part of the Howard County Public School System, which is among the highest-ranked in the nation.
Serving 1,367 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 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- 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%)
- 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 1,367 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
White, Black, Grey, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing tomorrow's leaders in a community that values scholarship, citizenship and diversity.
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 0.58, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
7%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
5%
33%
White
61%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gladiators
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 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 86%.
How many students attend Glenelg High School?
1,367 students attend Glenelg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Glenelg High School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenelg High School?
Glenelg High School has a student ration of 16:1, 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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