South Carroll High School

South Carroll High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1300 W Old Liberty Rd,  Sykesville, MD
Carroll County Public Schools
3.5
4.4
921 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1230
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
62%
Reading Proficiency
47%
Average GPA
3.67
Graduation Rate
97%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B-
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.67
Reading Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
62%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
57
Full Time Teachers
57
Teachers in First or Second Year
11.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1230
Math
610
Verbal
610
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
26
Reading
27
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
21
AP Pass Rate
66.4%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

7
Test Scores
9
College Readiness
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Test Scores

Science
10.7%
State Average
22.4%
Math
8.4%
State Average
31.2%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
246:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.2%
Male
49.8%
White
81.2%
Hispanic
10.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.1%
Black
2.6%
Two or more races
2.2%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Maryland - College Park 263 Students
Towson University 201 Students
Salisbury University 126 Students
Carroll Community College 89 Students
James Madison University 88 Students
University of Maryland, Baltimore County 83 Students
University of Delaware 82 Students
Virginia Tech 76 Students
McDaniel College 73 Students
Penn State 64 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 84 Students
Biology 69 Students
Nursing 58 Students
Psychology 55 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 36 Students
Computer Science 28 Students
Criminology 27 Students
Engineering 26 Students
Political Science and Government 25 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 25 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 251 Reviews
4.0 Senior
2/25/2024
Overall, a good experience, made many friends but would like to see changes in the school lunches, teaching administration, and AC/Heat units.
4.0 Alum
12/20/2023
Overall, I had a good experience at South Carroll. Many of the teachers are nice and easy to get along with. They do a really good job of preparing you for college. The school building is nice, but needs to be renovated.
4.0 Senior
9/10/2023
My experience at South Carroll has been great for the last 3 years. Most people there are amiable and I always have someone to go to if I need help. The athletics are my favorite experience by far because it's made to be fun and I get to be with my friends.
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4.4 5 Reviews
3.0 parent
1/8/2018
Most teachers are okay and care about their students, but the math department lacks teachers who are able to teach all levels. There is a lot of bullying especially in the athletic fields. Overall the school is average compared to other high schools.
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4.0 other
5/4/2016
Good community so far. Making us feel warm and welcomed . Ready for the new school year
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5.0 other
6/12/2015
South Carroll is a great, safe learning environment where students can get a high level of education in one of the best school systems in the state. Good sports programs. New music and arts facilities. Positive atmosphere.
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5.0 parent
12/4/2010
I just moved here with my kids from Virginia. I have a son going there now for junior year. I have to agree with the other reviews. This school has many sports to participate in. I feel like my son is getting a great preview of many career possibilities. He can go to the Career and Tech Center for t...
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