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 1,842 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,842 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Severna Park High serves the northeast part of its school district in Severna Park, MD, covering an area of approximately 13.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.4 miles at its furthest point.
- 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 1,842 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,842 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
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 0.37, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Falcons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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 85.8%.
How many students attend Severna Park High School?
1,842 students attend Severna Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Severna Park High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% 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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