Baltimore, MD, October 9, 2025
News Summary
The latest SI Power 25 national high school football rankings for the Mid-Atlantic Region highlight St. Frances Academy as the top team, boasting a record of 5-1. Following a dominant 37-0 victory over The First Academy, they maintain the No. 2 national rank. DeMatha remains undefeated at 5-0 and ranked No. 11 after defeating Riverdale Baptist. Other teams making headlines include Grimsley and Irmo, both maintaining impressive records in a competitive landscape of high school football.
Baltimore, MD – The latest SI Power 25 national high school football rankings for the Mid-Atlantic Region have been released, with St. Frances Academy leading the pack. St. Frances Academy, based in Baltimore, Maryland, holds a record of 5-1 and is currently ranked No. 2 in the nation after a decisive 37-0 victory over The First Academy from Orlando, Florida.
The week saw a generally uneventful slate of games, but all eight teams in the Top 10 actively participating managed to come out on top in their respective matches. DeMatha, ranked No. 11 nationally and located in Hyattsville, Maryland, remains undefeated with a 5-0 record, following a convincing 43-6 win over Riverdale Baptist from Upper Marlboro, Maryland. This week, DeMatha will face a significant in-state rivalry against Our Lady of Good Counsel.
Grimsley of Greensboro, North Carolina, is making waves as well, keeping its perfect record intact at 6-0 after a close 21-14 victory against Varina from Richmond, Virginia. They are currently ranked No. 21 nationally and are set to clash with Ragsdale from Jamestown, North Carolina next.
Top 10 Teams in the Mid-Atlantic Region
- 1. St. Frances Academy (Baltimore, MD) – Record: 5-1; National Rank: No. 2; Last Week’s Result: Defeated The First Academy (Orlando, FL) 37-0; Upcoming Game: vs. St. Thomas More (Oakdale, CT)
- 2. DeMatha (Hyattsville, MD) – Record: 5-0; National Rank: No. 11; Last Week’s Result: Defeated Riverdale Baptist (Upper Marlboro, MD) 43-6; Upcoming Game: at Our Lady of Good Counsel (Olney, MD)
- 3. Grimsley (Greensboro, NC) – Record: 6-0; National Rank: No. 21; Last Week’s Result: Defeated Varina (Richmond, VA) 21-14; Upcoming Game: vs. Ragsdale (Jamestown, NC)
- 4. Irmo (Columbia, SC) – Record: 6-0; Last Week’s Result: Defeated Lexington (SC) 35-0; Upcoming Game: at River Bluff (Lexington, SC)
- 5. Harrisburg (PA) – Record: 7-0; Last Week’s Result: Defeated Altoona (PA) 45-7; Upcoming Game: at Cumberland Valley (Mechanicsburg, PA)
- 6. La Salle College Prep (Wyndmoor, PA) – Record: 5-1; Last Week’s Result: Defeated St. Joseph’s Prep (Philadelphia) 31-20; Upcoming Game: vs. Monsignor Bonner/Archbishop Prendergast Catholic (Drexel Hill, PA)
- 7. South Pointe (Rock Hill, SC) – Record: 5-1; Last Week’s Result: Defeated Camden (SC) 28-7; Upcoming Game: vs. York (SC)
- 8. Malvern Prep (PA) – Record: 4-1; Last Week: Idle; Upcoming Game: at Germantown Academy (Fort Washington, PA)
- 9. Providence Day (Charlotte, NC) – Record: 6-0; Last Week: Idle; Upcoming Game: at Christ School (Arden, NC)
- 10. Oscar Smith (Chesapeake, VA) – Record: 4-1; Last Week’s Result: Defeated Hickory (Chesapeake, VA) 50-7; Upcoming Game: vs. Deep Creek (Chesapeake, VA)
Other noteworthy teams in the rankings include Archbishop Spalding (Severn, MD), Bridgeport (WV), and Central Catholic (Pittsburgh, PA), among others. Fans can look forward to this week’s notable matchup featuring DeMatha and Our Lady of Good Counsel, rekindling a rivalry established in 1958.
Background Context
High school football has gained substantial popularity across the Mid-Atlantic Region, with teams demonstrating remarkable talent and competition levels. The SI Power 25 rankings serve as a measurement of success and a spotlight on standout programs. Maintaining a winning record in this fiercely competitive environment is a significant achievement for any high school football team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which team is ranked No. 1 in the Mid-Atlantic Region?
The team ranked No. 1 in the Mid-Atlantic Region is St. Frances Academy (Baltimore, MD) with a record of 5-1.
What was the result of DeMatha’s last game?
DeMatha defeated Riverdale Baptist (Upper Marlboro, MD) 43-6 in their last game.
What is the history of the DeMatha versus Our Lady of Good Counsel rivalry?
The DeMatha versus Our Lady of Good Counsel rivalry dates back to 1958.
| Team | Record | National Rank | Last Week’s Result | Upcoming Game |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Frances Academy | 5-1 | 2 | Defeated The First Academy 37-0 | vs. St. Thomas More |
| DeMatha | 5-0 | 11 | Defeated Riverdale Baptist 43-6 | at Our Lady of Good Counsel |
| Grimsley | 6-0 | 21 | Defeated Varina 21-14 | vs. Ragsdale |
| Irmo | 6-0 | N/A | Defeated Lexington 35-0 | at River Bluff |
| Harrisburg | 7-0 | N/A | Defeated Altoona 45-7 | at Cumberland Valley |
| La Salle College Prep | 5-1 | N/A | Defeated St. Joseph’s Prep 31-20 | vs. Monsignor Bonner/Archbishop Prendergast Catholic |
| South Pointe | 5-1 | N/A | Defeated Camden 28-7 | vs. York |
| Malvern Prep | 4-1 | N/A | Idle | at Germantown Academy |
| Providence Day | 6-0 | N/A | Idle | at Christ School |
| Oscar Smith | 4-1 | N/A | Defeated Hickory 50-7 | vs. Deep Creek |
