Serving 1,914 students in grades 9-12, North Point High School ranks in the top 20% 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 43% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,914 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Point High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Point High School's student population of 1,914 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Eagle
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,914 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Colors
Red, Gold
School Rankings
North Point 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 North Point High School is 0.56, 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
#238 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
12%
23%
Black
64%
33%
White
10%
32%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 North Point High School's ranking?
North Point High School is ranked #238 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are North Point High School often compared to?
North Point High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westlake High School, La Plata High School, Thomas Stone High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Point High School?
The graduation rate of North Point High School is 98%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend North Point High School?
1,914 students attend North Point High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of North Point High School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Point High School?
North Point High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Point High School offer ?
North Point High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Point High School part of?
North Point High School is part of Charles County School District.
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