Largo High School is a public High School in Largo census-designated place, Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. Operated by Prince George's County Public Schools, it serves students of grades 9 to 12. The school is operated by the Prince George's County Public Schools system.
Serving 1,159 students in grades 9-12, Largo 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Largo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Largo High School's student population of 1,159 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,159 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Motto
'L.I.O.N. - Leadership, Integrity, Optimism, Nobility'
School Rankings
Largo High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Largo High School is 0.33, 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
#853 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
17%
24%
Black
80%
32%
White
1%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Largo High School's ranking?
Largo High School is ranked #853 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Largo High School often compared to?
Largo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Largo High School?
The graduation rate of Largo High School is 84%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Largo High School?
1,159 students attend Largo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Largo High School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Largo High School?
Largo High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Largo High School offer ?
Largo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Largo High School part of?
Largo High School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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