North Caroline High School is located in Ridgely, Maryland, United States and is part of the Caroline County Public Schools system. It is one of two high schools in Caroline County. The school serves 1,114 in grades nine to twelve.
Serving 1,238 students in grades 9-12, North Caroline 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 21% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,238 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Caroline High School serves the northern part of its school district in Ridgely, MD, covering an attendance area of approximately 204.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Caroline High School's student population of 1,238 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,238 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
North Caroline 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 North Caroline High School is 0.61, 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
#721 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-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 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
84%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
30%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Caroline High School's ranking?
North Caroline High School is ranked #721 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are North Caroline High School often compared to?
North Caroline High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colonel Richardson High School, Lockerman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Caroline High School?
The graduation rate of North Caroline High School is 84%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend North Caroline High School?
1,238 students attend North Caroline High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of North Caroline High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Caroline High School?
North Caroline High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Caroline High School offer ?
North Caroline High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Caroline High School part of?
North Caroline High School is part of Caroline County School District.
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