Serving 3,012 students in grades 9-12, High Point High School ranks in the bottom 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 7% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,012 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 55% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: High Point High serves the northern part of its school district in Beltsville, MD, covering an area of approximately 23 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being around 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
High Point High School's student population of 3,012 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 171 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
3,012 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
171 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1954
School Rankings
High Point High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Point High School is 0.30, 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
#988 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
83%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
13%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
1%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
55%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is High Point High School's ranking?
High Point High School is ranked #988 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of High Point High School?
The graduation rate of High Point High School is 55%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend High Point High School?
3,012 students attend High Point High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of High Point High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High Point High School?
High Point High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does High Point High School offer ?
High Point High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is High Point High School part of?
High Point High School is part of Prince George's County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My name is Ms. Lisa Shearard and I would like to enroll my son in High Point he was attending Charles Herbert Flowers but due to our moving he can't attend there any more he is a junior now and he is a very good student, very quite to himself please I'm trusting you with my most proud procession my son I believe strongly in the no bullying policy please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience 301-332-0039
5 10/10/2025
Graduated class of 1978.great high school, white upper-class college-bound kids for the most part. my personal favs are the Mr. and Ms. McKenzie math teachers, Wayne Snyder history, and Mrs. Dipasquale chemistry teacher. classes were small maybe under 15. I got an excellent education and recently retired from 40 yr RN career. thank u to all dedicated and nurturing teachers. I am sorry to read by just changing demographics school went way south. it's truly a shame a great school is a very poor one now.it really breaks my heart. superior school:1975 until 1978.
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