Serving 2,484 students in grades 9-12, Duval High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), 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: 2,484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 72% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Duval High School's student population of 2,484 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 133 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
School Mascot
Tiger
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
133 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Colors
White, Black, Orange, Orange/White
School Rankings
Duval High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Duval High School is 0.57, 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
#674 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
43%
23%
Black
50%
33%
White
2%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
72%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
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 Duval High School's ranking?
Duval High School is ranked #674 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Duval High School often compared to?
Duval High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eleanor Roosevelt High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Duval High School?
The graduation rate of Duval High School is 72%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Duval High School?
2,484 students attend Duval High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Duval High School students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Duval High School?
Duval High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Duval High School offer ?
Duval High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Duval High School part of?
Duval High School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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