Long Reach High School

Long Reach High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
6101 Old Dobbin Ln,  Columbia, MD
Howard County Public Schools
3.7
3.8
1,448 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
1220
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
25%
Reading Proficiency
46%
Average GPA
3.46
Graduation Rate
81%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B
Teachers
A-
College Prep
B
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.46
Reading Proficiency
46%
Math Proficiency
25%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
114
Full Time Teachers
114
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1220
Math
610
Verbal
610
Average ACT
27
Math
26
English
27
Reading
28
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
29
AP Pass Rate
74.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
26.6%
State Average
24.4%
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
266:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.9%
Female
46.6%
Black
31.5%
Hispanic
27.1%
White
23.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
12%
Two or more races
5.1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#6 Most Diverse Public HS in Maryland
Source: Niche

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 500 Students
Towson University 385 Students
University of Maryland, Baltimore County 277 Students
Howard Community College 223 Students
Howard University 160 Students
University of Maryland - Baltimore 156 Students
Morgan State University 131 Students
Johns Hopkins University 129 Students
Salisbury University 121 Students
Loyola University Maryland 117 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 137 Students
Computer Science 123 Students
Psychology 115 Students
Biology 112 Students
Nursing 103 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 58 Students
Engineering 43 Students
Mechanical Engineering 42 Students
Finance 40 Students
Political Science and Government 38 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 274 Reviews
4.0 Freshman
5/23/2025
A far better school than people give it credit for. Plenty of sports and activities to do outside of school. Has its problems, especially with funding and fights, but that happens at every school.
4.0 Alum
11/22/2024
I attended Long Reach High School for all 4 years of high school. My freshman year was online due to covid and the school had a very smooth process for attending class. When I went in for sophomore year, it was enjoyable. On the academic aspect, the work was efficient for learning. The only criticism that I have for the school is better policies and some better staff members.
4.0 Senior
11/18/2024
Long Reach High School has a very strong and affluent community life. The students and teachers come from all walks of life and have different backgrounds that co-exist in such a positive light. In regards to academics and the learning the teaching styles aren't very congruent but the information is useful. Along with it, students are very well prepared for post-graduation endeavors and supported in their choices to the fullest.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 17 Reviews
1.0 other
2/11/2024
Many teachers wait until the last week of the quarter to grade anything. Literally nothing graded the entire quarter until the last minute. Nobody knows what their grade is. They’re charging kids to join clubs now (but not saying what that money is being used for) and are allowing football players w...
5.0 student
6/21/2023
You'll have the best Junior year here!!!Side teachers are very effective on helping you advancing towards to learning new key skills,learning new quadratic terminals if you struggle with Algrbrea II or Geometry the teachers are so sweet,cooperative to helping you learn.Mr.RoweVery effective does the...
2.0 parent
2/24/2023
My child attends LRHS and for the past 2 years has complained of the restrooms being a virtual drug den. For those few remaining young people not doing drugs in school, it makes it a hassle to try to do your non-drug related business, as nature comes calling. Then, to have to maneuver through this g...
5.0 parent
9/9/2019
My family's experience has been great. We have two kids at Long Reach and they are doing well. The teachers are great and very competent. It is a beautiful and clean school as well. Our experience with the administration and school counselors has been very positive. The principal really cares about...

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Long Reach High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Columbia, MD and is served by the Howard County Public Schools in Maryland. The school has a total enrollment of 1,448 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 25% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 46% are proficient in reading. Long Reach High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.46, the graduation rate is 81%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1220 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $500,255. Discover additional schools in the area, like Howard High School, Oakland Mills High School, HCHC's Leadership Academy, and more. Learn more about what Columbia has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Long Reach High School.

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