Long Reach High School is a public high school located in Columbia, Maryland, United States. It is part of the Howard County Public School System.
Serving 1,334 students in grades 9-12, Long Reach High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Long Reach High serves the southeast part of Columbia, MD, covering an area of approximately 10.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 3.1 miles to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Long Reach High School's student population of 1,334 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,334 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Long Reach 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 Long Reach High School is 0.77, which is more 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
#600 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
81%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Lightning
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Long Reach High School's ranking?
Long Reach High School is ranked #600 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Long Reach High School often compared to?
Long Reach High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Long Reach High School?
The graduation rate of Long Reach High School is 81%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Long Reach High School?
1,334 students attend Long Reach High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Long Reach High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Long Reach High School?
Long Reach High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Long Reach High School offer ?
Long Reach High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Long Reach High School part of?
Long Reach High School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Long Reach High School located?
Long Reach High School is located in the Long Reach neighborhood of Columbia, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Long Reach.
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