North County High

10 East 1st Avenue
Glen Burnie, MD 21061

2,161 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

North County High School, located in Glen Burnie, Maryland, is a large public secondary institution serving the Anne Arundel County Public Schools district. As a comprehensive high school, it offers a diverse academic curriculum that includes advanced placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and a wide array of extracurricular activities. The school is known for its strong emphasis on preparing students for life after graduation, whether through college readiness programs or vocational training designed to equip students with specialized trade skills.

Beyond academics, North County High plays a central role in the local Glen Burnie community. The school fosters a vibrant culture through its athletic programs, arts department, and various student organizations, which encourage student engagement and school spirit. By prioritizing both academic excellence and holistic student development, the school serves as a significant hub for education and community involvement within the North County area.

2,161

Total Students

142.5

Full-Time Teachers

15.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

64.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for North County High
Demographic	Student Count
White	696
Hispanic	639
Black	586
Asian	92
Two or More	137
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	4

White
696 (32.3%)
Hispanic
639 (29.6%)
Black
586 (27.2%)
Two or More
137 (6.3%)
Asian
92 (4.3%)
American Indian
4 (0.2%)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Phone:	(410)222-6970
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,161
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	142.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,185
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	216

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 626

Grade 10 560

Grade 11 448

Grade 12 527