Severna Park High School is a public high school located in the suburban CDP of Severna Park, Maryland, United States. It is part of the Anne Arundel County Public Schools system. SPHS opened its doors to students in 1959 and was the seventh public high school opened in Anne Arundel County.
Serving 1,817 students in grades 9-12, Severna Park 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 76% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,817 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Severna Park 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
Severna Park High School's student population of 1,817 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,817 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
1959
Colors
White, Blue, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
School Rankings
Severna Park High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Severna Park High School is 0.40, 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
#39 out of 1338 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
4%
33%
White
77%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Severna Park High School's ranking?
Severna Park High School is ranked #39 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Severna Park High School often compared to?
Severna Park High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadneck High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Severna Park High School?
The graduation rate of Severna Park High School is 98%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Severna Park High School?
1,817 students attend Severna Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Severna Park High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Severna Park High School?
Severna Park High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Severna Park High School offer ?
Severna Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Severna Park High School part of?
Severna Park High School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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