Serving 2,254 students in grades 9-12, Duval High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Duval High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Duval High School's student population of 2,254 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Duval High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Duval High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#311 out of 1343 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
40%
21%
Black
53%
33%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duval High School's ranking?
Duval High School is ranked #311 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Duval High School often compared to?
Duval High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eleanor Roosevelt 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 20% MD state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Duval High School?
The graduation rate of Duval High School is 77%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Duval High School?
2,254 students attend Duval High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Duval High School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Duval High School?
Duval High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Duval High School offer ?
Duval High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Duval High School part of?
Duval High School is part of Prince George''s County Public Schools School District.
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