Serving 1,865 students in grades 9-12, North Point High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,865 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Point High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Point High School's student population of 1,865 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 125 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,865 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
125 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Point High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Point High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#108 out of 1343 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
64%
33%
White
14%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Point High School's ranking?
North Point High School is ranked #108 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are North Point High School often compared to?
North Point High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westlake High School, La Plata High School, Thomas Stone High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Point High School?
The graduation rate of North Point High School is 98%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Point High School?
1,865 students attend North Point High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of North Point High School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Point High School?
North Point High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Point High School offer ?
North Point High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Point High School part of?
North Point High School is part of Charles County Public Schools School District.
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