Patuxent High School is a comprehensive, four-year public high school in Lusby, Calvert County, Maryland, United States. The school draws from the communities of Cove Point, the Chesapeake Ranch Estates, Drum Point and Solomons.
Serving 1,008 students in grades 9-12, Patuxent 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 34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,008 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Patuxent High School's student population of 1,008 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,008 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
White, Black, Green, Forest Green
School Rankings
Patuxent 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 Patuxent High School is 0.57, 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
#424 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
18%
33%
White
62%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patuxent High School's ranking?
Patuxent High School is ranked #424 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Patuxent High School often compared to?
Patuxent High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calvert High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Patuxent High School?
The graduation rate of Patuxent High School is 92%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Patuxent High School?
1,008 students attend Patuxent High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Patuxent High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patuxent High School?
Patuxent High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patuxent High School offer ?
Patuxent High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Patuxent High School part of?
Patuxent High School is part of Calvert County School District.
School Reviews
5 1/11/2010
Excellent high school with teachers who are are determined to see all of their students become successful in not only school, but life in general. Excellent guidance staff as well, who are always there to lend a helping hand during time of need. Athletic director and coaches are the among the best in the area as well.
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