Marriotts Ridge High School is a public High School located in Marriottsville, Maryland, United States. It is part of the Howard County Public School System. The school was named after the town of Marriottsville, and the height of its location.
Serving 1,741 students in grades 9-12, Marriotts Ridge High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marriotts Ridge 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
Marriotts Ridge High School's student population of 1,741 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,741 students
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Silver
School Rankings
Marriotts Ridge High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marriotts Ridge High School is 0.66, 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
#30 out of 1338 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
48%
7%
Hispanic
5%
24%
Black
12%
32%
White
31%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marriotts Ridge High School's ranking?
Marriotts Ridge High School is ranked #30 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Marriotts Ridge High School often compared to?
Marriotts Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Hill High School, Glenelg High School, Centennial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marriotts Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Marriotts Ridge High School is 99%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Marriotts Ridge High School?
1,741 students attend Marriotts Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Marriotts Ridge High School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marriotts Ridge High School?
Marriotts Ridge High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marriotts Ridge High School offer ?
Marriotts Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marriotts Ridge High School part of?
Marriotts Ridge High School is part of Howard County School District.
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