Linganore High School is an American high school in Frederick County, Maryland. It serves the eastern portion of Frederick County. The school's mascot is the Lancer and its colors are red and black.
Serving 1,647 students in grades 9-12, Linganore High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,647 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linganore 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
Linganore High School's student population of 1,647 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,647 students
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Linganore High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linganore High School is 0.48, 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
#177 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
13%
24%
Black
6%
32%
White
71%
31%
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
12%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linganore High School's ranking?
Linganore High School is ranked #177 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Linganore High School often compared to?
Linganore High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Urbana High School, Middletown High School, Governor Thomas Johnson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Linganore High School?
The graduation rate of Linganore High School is 98%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Linganore High School?
1,647 students attend Linganore High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Linganore High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linganore High School?
Linganore High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Linganore High School offer ?
Linganore High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Linganore High School part of?
Linganore High School is part of Frederick County School District.
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