Serving 1,222 students in grades 9-12, La Plata High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 1,222 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Plata High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
La Plata High School's student population of 1,222 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,222 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Plata 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 La Plata High School is 0.63, 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
#303 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
25%
33%
White
55%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Plata High School's ranking?
La Plata High School is ranked #303 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are La Plata High School often compared to?
La Plata High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Point High School, St. Charles High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Plata High School?
The graduation rate of La Plata High School is 93%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend La Plata High School?
1,222 students attend La Plata High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of La Plata High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Plata High School?
La Plata High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Plata High School offer ?
La Plata High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is La Plata High School part of?
La Plata High School is part of Charles County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/4/2014
I go to Laplata High, it's a great school! They do a good job of keeping the school clean, problems with students isn't really a problem, and the teachers are great as well.
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