Patuxent High School

Patuxent High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
12485 Southern Connector Blvd,  Lusby, MD
Calvert County Public Schools
3.9
3.6
1,008 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1180
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
34%
Reading Proficiency
55%
Average GPA
3.44
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B-
Teachers
B
College Prep
C+
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
3.44
Reading Proficiency
55%
Math Proficiency
34%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
64
Full Time Teachers
64
Teachers in First or Second Year
18.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1180
Math
580
Verbal
590
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
25
Reading
27
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
20
AP Pass Rate
51.9%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
19.7%
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
271:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.8%
Male
49.2%
White
63.2%
Black
16.4%
Two or more races
9.2%
Hispanic
9.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.5%
Native American
<1%

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 180 Students
Towson University 138 Students
College of Southern Maryland 105 Students
Salisbury University 82 Students
University of Maryland, Baltimore County 58 Students
Frostburg State University 56 Students
St. Mary's College of Maryland 56 Students
Bowie State University 50 Students
University of Maryland - Baltimore 45 Students
Loyola University Maryland 44 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 67 Students
Psychology 50 Students
Nursing 45 Students
Biology 45 Students
Computer Science 37 Students
Criminology 29 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 27 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 22 Students
Mechanical Engineering 18 Students
Engineering 16 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 173 Reviews
5.0 Senior
3/1/2025
Patuxent high school is an amazing school to be at. I feel very comfortable and loved and safe. The sports here are amazing. They are well connected to the school. The culture is great. The Coaches have much knowledge of what they are doing. The teachers are very helpful and nice. There are many opportunities to get help if you need help. overall, my experience has been great. I stay out of trouble and do my work when it needs to be done. Pawtucket high school is an amazing school. I love it here.
5.0 Alum
12/27/2024
I transferred into Patuxent during my Junior year and the sense of community at Pax is unlike anywhere else. Joining clubs and activities is always encouraged and fun. I was a Pax cheerleader for my junior and senior year and it was a great experience. The teachers and administrators at Pax work their hardest to help all the students there.
5.0 Junior
2/16/2024
I currently attend Patuxent and I love it! I think most do and we are really a family. Our school is smaller so it is easier for us to have fun activities and we have great school spirit. All of my teachers have always been very good at their jobs and overall school is a good experience.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.6 9 Reviews
2.0 parent
6/11/2018
While there are many good teachers at this school, there are quite a few that demean students. The Vice Principal disregards parents/students concerns to gain whatever little acceptance he can get from teachers. During our initial interaction, I felt as if I was speaking to a brick wall. It bothers...
2.0 student
4/16/2018
My experience at patuxent was beyond bad. Through the bullying and the teachers constantly nit picking at me it caused many issues. They do not care for any of the students as long as they get paid it doesn't matter.
5.0 other
7/9/2017
This school was fabulous. A really family feel that provided more than an education, but an upbringing in character and success.
3.0 parent
8/12/2012
Patuxent High School is a good school, but I several complaints. I know a few of the teachers and they are dedicated to their students, however, it bothers me that no matter how dedicated and caring the teacher is, too many students simply do not care what their grades are. One teacher in particular...

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Patuxent High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Lusby, MD, in the Lusby neighborhood, and is served by the Calvert County Public Schools in Maryland. The school has a total enrollment of 1,008 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 34% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 55% are proficient in reading. Patuxent High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.44, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1180 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $420,688. Discover additional schools in the area, like Mill Creek Middle School, Southern Middle School, Our Lady Star of the Sea School, and more. Learn more about what Lusby has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Patuxent High School.

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