At a glance
Reported students
870
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
68.52
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
12.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
07–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Maryland high enrollment
37th percentile
Compared with 252 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
221
Southern Garrett High School: 870 reported students.
State peer staffing position
19th percentile
12.7:1 reported; state peer median 15.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 661
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12:1
What the reported data says about Southern Garrett High School
Southern Garrett High School is a public high school serving grades 07–12 in Oakland. It is one of 11 current school records connected to Garrett County Public Schools. NCES reports 870 students for 2024–25.
Among 252 high schools in Maryland with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 1,098 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 37th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 12.7:1, below the Maryland median of 15.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (94.7%) and multiracial (2.1%). English learners represent 0.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 10.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 13 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Southern Garrett High School
- 1How do the reported 12.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 68.52 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 3 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 10.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 55.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White94.7%
- Hispanic1.8%
- Black0.8%
- Asian0.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial2.1%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
13 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Garrett County Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Northern Garrett High School
High · Grades 08–12
439 reported students
Broad Ford Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–06
601 reported students
Northern Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
305 reported students
Yough Glades Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–06
299 reported students
Accident Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–06
221 reported students
Grantsville Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
204 reported students
Public schools near Southern Garrett High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yough Glades Elementary Elementary · Garrett County Public Schools | PK–06 | 299 | 0.6 mi |
| Broad Ford Elementary Elementary · Garrett County Public Schools | PK–06 | 601 | 1 mi |
| Crellin Elementary Elementary · Garrett County Public Schools | KG–05 | 152 | 4.1 mi |
| Swan Meadow School Elementary · Garrett County Public Schools | KG–08 | 54 | 4.4 mi |
| Terra Alta/East Preston School Elementary · Preston County Schools | PK–08 | 283 | 8.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Southern Garrett High School
What grades does Southern Garrett High School serve?
Southern Garrett High School reports grades 07–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Garrett County Public Schools.
How many students attend Southern Garrett High School?
Southern Garrett High School reported 870 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 37th percentile among 252 Maryland high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 661 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Southern Garrett High School?
The calculated ratio is 12.7:1, based on 870 students and 68.52 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Maryland median for the same school level is 15.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Southern Garrett High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Southern Garrett High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Garrett County Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Southern Garrett High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
55.3% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Southern Garrett High School in?
Southern Garrett High School is part of Garrett County Public Schools, based in Oakland, MD, which operates 11 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Southern Garrett High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Yough Glades Elementary (0.6 mi), Broad Ford Elementary (1 mi), Crellin Elementary (4.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.