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Woodlawn High

High School · Baltimore County Public Schools

1801 Woodlawn Dr, Baltimore, MD 21207

Enrollment

1,896

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

3.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#1,229 of 1,363

In Baltimore

#194 of 267

public schools

In district

#119 of 169

Baltimore County Public Schools

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Woodlawn High

3.9/10

High School in Baltimore · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Woodlawn High

Woodlawn High is a public high school in Baltimore, MD, part of Baltimore County Public Schools. Woodlawn High serves approximately 1,896 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodlawn High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,229 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Woodlawn High show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.1
  • MD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

55% of students at Woodlawn High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.1% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-21.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21 pts
Overall Proficiency20% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
College Readiness5.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate80%
AP Participation14.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,666
Chronic Absenteeism54.6%

Woodlawn High — Students at Woodlawn High score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 44.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (2025 MCAP)

Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
9%
2018
Math
6%
ELA
16%
2019
Math
6%
ELA
16%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
9%
ELA
30.1%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.

How Woodlawn High Compares

See how Woodlawn High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.9/10
10th percentile in MD
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 3.1
Sports
4
2 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
118 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
54.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
14.2% participation·State avg: 3.1 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics4sports offered
2 boys'·2 girls'·7 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1801 Woodlawn Dr, Baltimore, MD 21207

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodlawn High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. AL-RAHMAH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodbridge Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Watershed Public Charter (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Woodlawn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Southwest EDLP at Woodlawn High School Towson 0.0 mi
Meadowood Education Center Baltimore 0.3 mi
Featherbed Lane Elementary Baltimore 0.5 mi 5.3
Southwest Academy Baltimore 1.1 mi 4.7
AL-RAHMAH SCHOOL Baltimore 1.1 mi 8.6
Woodlawn Middle Baltimore 1.3 mi 5.7
Edmondson Heights Elementary Baltimore 1.4 mi 3.1
Watershed Public Charter Woodlawn 1.2 mi 8.2
Woodmoor Elementary Baltimore 1.6 mi 3.5
Johnnycake Elementary Baltimore 1.6 mi 3.8
Powhatan Elementary Baltimore 1.5 mi 6.1
EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Baltimore 1.7 mi 6.4
CHILDREN'S MANOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Windsor Mill 1.4 mi
Dogwood Elementary Baltimore 1.6 mi 3.4
Westowne Elementary Catonsville 2.0 mi 5.4
Dickey Hill Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.7 mi 4.5
Chadwick Elementary Baltimore 1.7 mi 5.3
Woodbridge Elementary Baltimore 1.9 mi 8.4
GODS LITTLE CHERUBS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baltimore 1.8 mi
PILGRIM CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Baltimore 2.2 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,284

Median Home Value

$248,400

Median Rent

$1,390/mo

Population

49,599

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

61.1%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

38.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodlawn High

What grades does Woodlawn High serve?

Woodlawn High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Woodlawn High?

Woodlawn High has an enrollment of approximately 1,896 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodlawn High?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodlawn High is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodlawn High rank in MD?

Woodlawn High ranks #1,229 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Woodlawn High's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodlawn High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Woodlawn High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodlawn High has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Woodlawn High a charter school?

No, Woodlawn High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Woodlawn High a Title I school?

No, Woodlawn High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodlawn High?

65.6% of students at Woodlawn High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
56 Good Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,896
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
118
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Baltimore County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
54.6%
4-Year Graduation
80.0%

District

Baltimore County Public Schools
District Enrollment
110,275
Schools in District
179
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,666
District Rank
#119 of 169

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