Duval High School

Duval High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
9880 Good Luck Rd,  Lanham, MD
Prince George's County Public Schools
3.3
2.9
2,254 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1040
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
17%
Reading Proficiency
48%
Average GPA
3.29
Graduation Rate
73%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.29
Reading Proficiency
48%
Math Proficiency
17%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
133
Full Time Teachers
133
Teachers in First or Second Year
25%
College Prep
Average SAT
1040
Math
510
Verbal
530
Average ACT
21
Math
19
English
22
Reading
22
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
19
AP Pass Rate
21.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
18%
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
368:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.2%
Female
47.8%
Black
51.1%
Hispanic
41.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.4%
White
2.6%
Two or more races
<1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP 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 794 Students
Towson University 646 Students
Bowie State University 554 Students
Morgan State University 497 Students
Howard University 425 Students
Prince George's Community College 346 Students
University of Maryland - Baltimore 270 Students
University of Maryland, Baltimore County 232 Students
Johns Hopkins University 223 Students
Georgetown University 217 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Computer Science 189 Students
Nursing 182 Students
Biology 174 Students
Business 156 Students
Psychology 124 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 96 Students
Aerospace Engineering 79 Students
Computer Software Engineering 69 Students
Information Technology 68 Students
Engineering 65 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.3 467 Reviews
3.0 Freshman
7/25/2025
DuVal High School overall is a very nice school, its lacks safety. And more help should go toward DuVal High School.
3.0 Alum
7/21/2025
My experience with Duval Highschool was a okay experience. They had different opportunities and were always providing resources.
5.0 Senior
7/21/2025
There are a lot of resources at the school, but you have to make sure that you take advantage of them and seek them out. They won't fall on your lap. So both students and parents have to be active to get the best out of this school.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.9 9 Reviews
2.0 student
6/3/2025
I go here it’s horrible compared to almost any other school,The whole foundation is horrible
1.0 student
6/3/2025
MOST of the teachers are rude and they treat everyone bad just because a certain bunch is acting up.They only worry about giving tests instead of making sure you understand.AND THIS NEW PRINCIPAL DONT LISTEN TO PEOPLE!!
2.0 other
8/23/2024
This school is too odd to make sense
5.0 parent
7/24/2023
My kids are doing great at this school. The teachers really care, are professional and will work with you to help your child reach their educational goals. You have to reach out to them and they are responsive. They have good AP courses and many programs for students. But it is unfortunate that it s...

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Duval High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Lanham, MD and is served by the Prince George's County Public Schools in Maryland. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,254 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 17% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 48% are proficient in reading. Duval High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.29, the graduation rate is 73%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1040 and an ACT score of 21. The average home value in this area is $446,267. Discover additional schools in the area, like Eleanor Roosevelt High School, Parkdale High School, High Road Academy, and more. Learn more about what Lanham has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Duval High School.

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