Serving 661 students in grades 9-12, Southern Garrett 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Garrett High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Southern Garrett High School's student population of 661 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southern Garrett High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Garrett High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#266 out of 1343 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
21%
Black
1%
33%
White
96%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Garrett High School's ranking?
Southern Garrett High School is ranked #266 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Southern Garrett High School often compared to?
Southern Garrett High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Garrett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southern Garrett High School?
The graduation rate of Southern Garrett High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Southern Garrett High School?
661 students attend Southern Garrett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Southern Garrett High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southern Garrett High School?
Southern Garrett High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southern Garrett High School offer ?
Southern Garrett High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Garrett High School part of?
Southern Garrett High School is part of Garrett County Public Schools School District.
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