Serving 1,617 students in grades 9-12, Arundel High School ranks in the top 30% 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 33% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,617 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arundel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Arundel High School's student population of 1,617 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,617 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arundel High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arundel High School is 0.72, 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
#334 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
31%
33%
White
40%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arundel High School's ranking?
Arundel High School is ranked #334 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Arundel High School often compared to?
Arundel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Severna Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arundel High School?
The graduation rate of Arundel High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Arundel High School?
1,617 students attend Arundel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Arundel High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arundel High School?
Arundel High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arundel High School offer ?
Arundel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Arundel High School part of?
Arundel High School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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