Serving 1,467 students in grades 9-12, Atholton High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atholton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Atholton High School's student population of 1,467 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Atholton High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atholton High School is 0.77, which is more 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
#164 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
7%
Hispanic
13%
22%
Black
31%
33%
White
29%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atholton High School's ranking?
Atholton High School is ranked #164 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Atholton High School often compared to?
Atholton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial High School, Reservoir High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Atholton High School?
The graduation rate of Atholton High School is 96%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Atholton High School?
1,467 students attend Atholton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Atholton High School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Atholton High School?
Atholton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Atholton High School offer ?
Atholton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Atholton High School part of?
Atholton High School is part of Howard County School District.
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