Serving 1,741 students in grades 9-12, Marriotts Ridge 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 80% (which is higher 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 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Marriotts Ridge High serves the northern part of its school district in Marriottsville, MD, covering an area of approximately 32.8 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 5.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marriotts Ridge 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
Marriotts Ridge High School's student population of 1,741 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,741 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Year Founded
2005
School Rankings
Marriotts Ridge 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 Marriotts Ridge High School is 0.66, 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
#30 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)
80%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Asian
48%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
12%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
31%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥99%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Silver
School Mascot
Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marriotts Ridge High School's ranking?
Marriotts Ridge High School is ranked #30 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Marriotts Ridge High School often compared to?
Marriotts Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial High School, Glenelg High School, River Hill 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 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marriotts Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Marriotts Ridge High School is 99%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Marriotts Ridge High School?
1,741 students attend Marriotts Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Marriotts Ridge High School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marriotts Ridge High School?
Marriotts Ridge High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marriotts Ridge High School offer ?
Marriotts Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marriotts Ridge High School part of?
Marriotts Ridge High School is part of Howard County School District.
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