Glen Burnie High School is a large public high school located in the Baltimore suburb of Glen Burnie, Maryland, United States. Founded in 1923, the school is part of the Anne Arundel County Public Schools system.
Serving 2,391 students in grades 9-12, Glen Burnie 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 15% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glen Burnie High School's student population of 2,391 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 138 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
138 teachers
Year Founded
1923
Colors
White, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
Gophers - inspired to serve!
School Rankings
Glen Burnie 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 Glen Burnie High School is 0.73, 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
#781 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
30%
23%
Black
31%
33%
White
29%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gophers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glen Burnie High School's ranking?
Glen Burnie High School is ranked #781 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Glen Burnie High School often compared to?
Glen Burnie High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glen Burnie High School?
The graduation rate of Glen Burnie High School is 88%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Glen Burnie High School?
2,391 students attend Glen Burnie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Glen Burnie High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glen Burnie High School?
Glen Burnie High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glen Burnie High School offer ?
Glen Burnie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glen Burnie High School part of?
Glen Burnie High School is part of Anne Arundel County Public Schools.
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