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 1,597 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 43% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). 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 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,597 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Reservoir High serves the southern part of Fulton, MD, covering an area of approximately 14.5 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.6 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Reservoir High School's student population of 1,597 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,597 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Rankings
Reservoir 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 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
#255 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
19%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Mascot
Gator
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reservoir High School's ranking?
Reservoir High School is ranked #255 out of 1,338 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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 85.8%.
How many students attend Reservoir High School?
1,597 students attend Reservoir High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Reservoir High School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 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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