Serving 1,462 students in grades 9-12, River Hill High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Hill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
River Hill High School's student population of 1,462 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Hawks
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Year Founded
1996
School Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
River Hill High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Hill High School is 0.69, 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
#4 out of 1347 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
41%
7%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
12%
33%
White
36%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 River Hill High School's ranking?
River Hill High School is ranked #4 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are River Hill High School often compared to?
River Hill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenelg High School, Centennial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of River Hill High School?
The graduation rate of River Hill High School is 99%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend River Hill High School?
1,462 students attend River Hill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of River Hill High School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River Hill High School?
River Hill High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Hill High School offer ?
River Hill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is River Hill High School part of?
River Hill High School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is River Hill High School located?
River Hill High School is located in the River Hill neighborhood of Clarksville, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in River Hill.
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