Serving 1,649 students in grades 9-12, South River 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 60% (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 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,649 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South River 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
School Overview
South River High School's student population of 1,649 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,649 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South River 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 South River High School is 0.46, 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
#135 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
4%
33%
White
72%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
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 South River High School's ranking?
South River High School is ranked #135 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are South River High School often compared to?
South River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadneck High School, Severna Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% 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 South River High School?
The graduation rate of South River High School is 96%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend South River High School?
1,649 students attend South River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of South River High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South River High School?
South River High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does South River High School offer ?
South River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South River High School part of?
South River High School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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