Loch Raven High School

1212 Cowpens Ave
Towson, MD 21286
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Loch Raven High School is a high school in Baltimore County, Maryland, United States.
Serving 855 students in grades 9-12, Loch Raven High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 855 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : 92% (Top 50% in MD)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

School Overview

Loch Raven High School's student population of 855 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
855 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
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Year Founded
1972
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
Campus Size
33 acres

School Rankings

Loch Raven High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Loch Raven High School is 0.62, 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.
This School
State Level (MD)
#646 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
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15-19%
27%
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50-54%
45%
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35-39%
36%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
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Hispanic
8%
23%
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Black
54%
33%
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White
29%
32%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.62
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92%
86%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
44%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Raiders

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Loch Raven High School's ranking?
Loch Raven High School is ranked #646 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Loch Raven High School often compared to?
Loch Raven High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dulaney High School, Perry Hall High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Loch Raven High School?
The graduation rate of Loch Raven High School is 92%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Loch Raven High School?
855 students attend Loch Raven High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Loch Raven High School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loch Raven High School?
Loch Raven High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Loch Raven High School offer ?
Loch Raven High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Loch Raven High School part of?
Loch Raven High School is part of Baltimore County Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Loch Raven High School located?
Loch Raven High School is located in the Cromwell Valley neighborhood of Towson, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Cromwell Valley.

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5   10/10/2025
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 855 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : 92% (Top 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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