Harrisburg, PA, October 17, 2025
News Summary
The latest high school football rankings for the Mid-Atlantic Region have been released, with all ten ranked teams achieving victories over the weekend. Harrisburg’s narrow win against Cumberland Valley highlights their strong performance. New teams such as Peters Township, Howard, and Quince Orchard have entered the rankings. The competitive spirit in high school football is evident as teams aim for postseason success and prepare for upcoming matchups.
Harrisburg, PA – The latest listings from the Mid-Atlantic Region’s High School football rankings have been released, showcasing a dominant lineup as all ten ranked teams celebrated victories over the weekend. Most teams secured their wins convincingly, continuing their strong performances as they compete for the top spots in the region.
The most nail-biting match was between Harrisburg and Cumberland Valley, where Harrisburg triumphed narrowly with a 21-16 score, despite throwing four interceptions during the game. Junior running back Princeton Dent played a vital role in Harrisburg’s victory, amassing an impressive 194 rushing yards and scoring two touchdowns.
This week’s rankings saw a shift due to unexpected upsets, leading to the addition of three new teams to the top 10 list: Peters Township (PA), Howard (DE), and Quince Orchard (MD). Each of these teams will be looking to build on their momentum in the coming games.
The top 10 teams in the Mid-Atlantic Region are as follows:
- St. Frances Academy (Baltimore, MD) – 5-1 (No. 2 nationally)
- Last week: Defeated The First Academy (Orlando, FL) 37-0
- This week: vs. St. Thomas More (Oakdale, CT)
- DeMatha (Hyattsville, MD) – 5-0 (No. 11 nationally)
- Last week: Defeated Riverdale Baptist (Upper Marlboro, MD) 43-6
- This week: at Our Lady of Good Counsel (Olney, MD)
- Grimsley (Greensboro, NC) – 6-0 (No. 21 nationally)
- Last week: Defeated Varina (Richmond, VA) 21-14
- This week: vs. Ragsdale (Jamestown, NC)
- Irmo (Columbia, SC) – 6-0
- Last week: Defeated Lexington (SC) 35-0
- This week: at River Bluff (Lexington, SC)
- Harrisburg (PA) – 7-0
- Last week: Defeated Altoona (PA) 45-7
- This week: at Cumberland Valley (Mechanicsburg, PA)
- La Salle College Prep (Wyndmoor, PA) – 5-1
- Last week: Defeated St. Joseph’s Prep (Philadelphia) 31-20
- This week: vs. Monsignor Bonner/Archbishop Prendergast Catholic (Drexel Hill, PA)
- South Pointe (Rock Hill, SC) – 5-1
- Last week: Defeated Camden (SC) 28-7
- This week: vs. York (SC)
- Malvern Prep (PA) – 4-1
- Last week: Idle
- This week: at Germantown Academy (Fort Washington, PA)
- Providence Day (Charlotte, NC) – 6-0
- Last week: Idle
- This week: at Christ School (Arden, NC)
- Oscar Smith (Chesapeake, VA) – 4-1
- Last week: Defeated Hickory (Chesapeake, VA) 50-7
- This week: vs. Deep Creek (Chesapeake, VA)
Fans are especially excited about the upcoming rivalry game between DeMatha and Our Lady of Good Counsel, which has a storied history dating back to 1958. This matchup will undoubtedly be one to watch as both teams seek to enhance their playoff prospects.
The rankings encompass teams from the District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia, reflecting the fierce competitive spirit of high school football in the Mid-Atlantic Region. Each team is vying for a spot in the postseason and aims for excellence on the field.
FAQ
What are the latest Mid-Atlantic High School football rankings?
The latest rankings show all 10 ranked teams in the Mid-Atlantic Region won their games, with the top teams being St. Frances Academy, DeMatha, Grimsley, Irmo, and Harrisburg.
Which team had the narrowest victory in this week’s games?
Harrisburg narrowly defeated Cumberland Valley 21-16 despite throwing four interceptions.
Who are the new teams included in the rankings?
The three new teams added to the rankings are Peters Township (PA), Howard (DE), and Quince Orchard (MD).
What is the schedule for the top-ranked teams this week?
Each top team has a scheduled game this week, including St. Frances Academy facing St. Thomas More and DeMatha playing Our Lady of Good Counsel.
Key Features of the Mid-Atlantic High School Football Rankings
| Team | Record | Last Game Result | This Week’s Opponent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Frances Academy | 5-1 | Defeated The First Academy (37-0) | vs. St. Thomas More |
| DeMatha | 5-0 | Defeated Riverdale Baptist (43-6) | at Our Lady of Good Counsel |
| Grimsley | 6-0 | Defeated Varina (21-14) | vs. Ragsdale |
| Irmo | 6-0 | Defeated Lexington (35-0) | at River Bluff |
| Harrisburg | 7-0 | Defeated Altoona (45-7) | at Cumberland Valley |
| La Salle College Prep | 5-1 | Defeated St. Joseph’s Prep (31-20) | vs. Monsignor Bonner/Archbishop Prendergast Catholic |
| South Pointe | 5-1 | Defeated Camden (28-7) | vs. York |
| Malvern Prep | 4-1 | Idle | at Germantown Academy |
| Providence Day | 6-0 | Idle | at Christ School |
| Oscar Smith | 4-1 | Defeated Hickory (50-7) | vs. Deep Creek |
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Additional Resources
- SI: Maryland High School Football Rankings
- Wikipedia: High School Football in the United States
- SI: Pennsylvania High School Football Rankings
- Google Search: Mid-Atlantic High School Football Ranking
- 247Sports: Mid-Atlantic Pigskin Classic
- Google Scholar: High School Football Rankings
- Press of Atlantic City: High School Football Article
- Encyclopedia Britannica: High School Football
- Western Iowa Today: High School Football Update
- Google News: High School Football
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