Serving 2,507 students in grades 9-12, North County 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 25% (which is equal to the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North County High School's student population of 2,507 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 144 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
144 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North County High School is 0.73, 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
#623 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
28%
23%
Black
27%
33%
White
34%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North County High School's ranking?
North County High School is ranked #623 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are North County High School often compared to?
North County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Burnie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of North County High School?
The graduation rate of North County High School is 83%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend North County High School?
2,507 students attend North County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of North County High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North County High School?
North County High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does North County High School offer ?
North County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North County High School part of?
North County High School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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