Chopticon High School is a public high school located in Morganza, Maryland, United States. The school serves students in grades 9–12. It offers college preparatory programs and programs that prepare students for business and technical occupations.
Serving 1,621 students in grades 9-12, Chopticon High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,621 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chopticon High School's student population of 1,621 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Chopticon 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 Chopticon High School is 0.37, 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
#373 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)35%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
8%
33%
White
79%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)93%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Chopticon High School's ranking?
Chopticon High School is ranked #373 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Chopticon High School often compared to?
Chopticon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leonardtown High School, Great Mills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chopticon High School?
The graduation rate of Chopticon High School is 93%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Chopticon High School?
1,621 students attend Chopticon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Chopticon High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chopticon High School?
Chopticon High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chopticon High School offer ?
Chopticon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chopticon High School part of?
Chopticon High School is part of St. Mary's County School District.
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