North Caroline High School is located in Ridgely, Maryland, United States and is part of the Caroline County Public Schools system. It is one of two high schools in Caroline County. The school serves 1,114 in grades nine to twelve.
Serving 1,237 students in grades 9-12, North Caroline 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 22% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower 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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,237 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Caroline High School's student population of 1,237 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
School Rankings
North Caroline High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Caroline High School is 0.60, 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
#646 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
23%
23%
Black
11%
33%
White
58%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Caroline High School's ranking?
North Caroline High School is ranked #646 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are North Caroline High School often compared to?
North Caroline High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colonel Richardson High School, Lockerman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Caroline High School?
The graduation rate of North Caroline High School is 84%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend North Caroline High School?
1,237 students attend North Caroline High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of North Caroline High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Caroline High School?
North Caroline High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Caroline High School offer ?
North Caroline High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Caroline High School part of?
North Caroline High School is part of Caroline County School District.
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