Annapolis High School is a four-year public high school located in the Parole census-designated place in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States, outside Annapolis. It is part of the Anne Arundel County ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools system and is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Serving 2,089 students in grades 9-12, Annapolis 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 28% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,089 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Annapolis High School's student population of 2,089 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 142 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,089 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
142 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue, Maroon
School Calendar
School Motto
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School Rankings
Annapolis 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 Annapolis High School is 0.67, 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
#605 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
47%
23%
Black
23%
33%
White
25%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Annapolis High School's ranking?
Annapolis High School is ranked #605 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Annapolis High School often compared to?
Annapolis High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadneck High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Annapolis High School?
The graduation rate of Annapolis High School is 80%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Annapolis High School?
2,089 students attend Annapolis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Annapolis High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Annapolis High School?
Annapolis High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Annapolis High School offer ?
Annapolis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Annapolis High School part of?
Annapolis High School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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