Serving 1,533 students in grades 9-12, Northern 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 65% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern 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
Northern High School's student population of 1,533 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northern High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern High School is 0.45, 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
#34 out of 1343 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
11%
33%
White
73%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Northern High School's ranking?
Northern High School is ranked #34 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Northern High School often compared to?
Northern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huntingtown High School, Calvert High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northern High School?
The graduation rate of Northern High School is 97%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Northern High School?
1,533 students attend Northern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Northern High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northern High School?
Northern High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northern High School offer ?
Northern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern High School part of?
Northern High School is part of Calvert County Public Schools School District.
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