Long Reach High School is a public high school located in Columbia, Maryland, United States. It is part of the Howard County 51±¬ÁÏ System.
Serving 1,448 students in grades 9-12, Long Reach High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is equal to the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Long Reach High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Long Reach High School's student population of 1,448 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Purple, Silver
School Rankings
Long Reach High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Long Reach High School is 0.76, which is more 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
#614 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
29%
23%
Black
29%
33%
White
24%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Lightning
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Long Reach High School's ranking?
Long Reach High School is ranked #614 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Long Reach High School often compared to?
Long Reach High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Long Reach High School?
The graduation rate of Long Reach High School is 87%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Long Reach High School?
1,448 students attend Long Reach High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Long Reach High School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Long Reach High School?
Long Reach High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Long Reach High School offer ?
Long Reach High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Long Reach High School part of?
Long Reach High School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Long Reach High School located?
Long Reach High School is located in the Long Reach neighborhood of Columbia, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Long Reach.
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