Reservoir High School is a public high school in Fulton, Maryland, United States. It opened in 2002 and is part of the Howard County Public School System. The school is named for its proximity to the Rocky Gorge Reservoir.
Serving 1,729 students in grades 9-12, Reservoir 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 38% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 77% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,729 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reservoir High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Reservoir High School's student population of 1,729 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,729 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Rankings
Reservoir High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reservoir High School is 0.77, which is more 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
#258 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
7%
Hispanic
19%
23%
Black
34%
33%
White
23%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gator
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reservoir High School's ranking?
Reservoir High School is ranked #258 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Reservoir High School often compared to?
Reservoir High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atholton High School, River Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Reservoir High School?
The graduation rate of Reservoir High School is 94%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Reservoir High School?
1,729 students attend Reservoir High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Reservoir High School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reservoir High School?
Reservoir High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Reservoir High School offer ?
Reservoir High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Reservoir High School part of?
Reservoir High School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Reservoir High School located?
Reservoir High School is located in the Maple Lawn neighborhood of Fulton, MD. There are 3 other public schools located in Maple Lawn.
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