River Hill High School is a public high school in Clarksville, Maryland. It is part of the Howard County Public School System.
Serving 1,383 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 84% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 84% (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 1,383 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
River Hill High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,338 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 1338 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
43%
7%
Hispanic
6%
24%
Black
13%
32%
White
33%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Hill High School's ranking?
River Hill High School is ranked #4 out of 1,338 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?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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 98%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend River Hill High School?
1,383 students attend River Hill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of River Hill High School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Hill High School?
River Hill High School has a student ration of 18:1, 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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