Serving 1,960 students in grades 9-12, North Point High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,960 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Point High School serves the northern part of Waldorf, MD, covering an attendance area of approximately 8.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.1 miles away.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Point High School's student population of 1,960 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,960 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Point High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Point High School is 0.55, 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
#264 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
65%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Gold
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: 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 #264 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 27% MD state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% 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 85.8%.
How many students attend North Point High School?
1,960 students attend North Point High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of North Point High School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Point High School part of?
North Point High School is part of Charles County School District.
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