Dulaney High School is a secondary school in Timonium, Baltimore County, Maryland, United States. The school serves a generally upper-middle class suburban community, with students from Timonium and surrounding areas in Baltimore County. It is situated on 45 acres adjacent to Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens.
Serving 1,845 students in grades 9-12, Dulaney High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,845 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dulaney High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dulaney High School's student population of 1,845 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,845 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Rankings
Dulaney High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dulaney High School is 0.72, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#322 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
20%
23%
Black
21%
33%
White
43%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dulaney High School's ranking?
Dulaney High School is ranked #322 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Dulaney High School often compared to?
Dulaney High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hereford High School, Towson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dulaney High School?
The graduation rate of Dulaney High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Dulaney High School?
1,845 students attend Dulaney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Dulaney High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dulaney High School?
Dulaney High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dulaney High School offer ?
Dulaney High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dulaney High School part of?
Dulaney High School is part of Baltimore County School District.
School Reviews
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