Southern High School is a high school located in Harwood, Maryland, U.S., in Anne Arundel County. The school is operated by Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Southern was recognized as a Blue Ribbon School in 2009.
Serving 1,080 students in grades 9-12, Southern High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,080 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southern High serves the south part of its school district in Harwood, MD, covering an area of approximately 88.2 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southern High School's student population of 1,080 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,080 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1968
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Southern High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern High School is 0.57, 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
#418 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
26%
24%
Black
8%
32%
White
60%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
46%
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: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern High School's ranking?
Southern High School is ranked #418 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Southern High School often compared to?
Southern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South River High School, Severna Park 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 27% MD state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southern High School?
The graduation rate of Southern High School is 92%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Southern High School?
1,080 students attend Southern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Southern High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern High School?
Southern High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southern High School offer ?
Southern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southern High School part of?
Southern High School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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