Serving 1,306 students in grades 9-12, Hammond High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hammond High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hammond High School's student population of 1,306 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hammond High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hammond High School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#121 out of 1343 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
18%
21%
Black
39%
33%
White
24%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hammond High School's ranking?
Hammond High School is ranked #121 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hammond High School often compared to?
Hammond High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atholton High School, Reservoir High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hammond High School?
The graduation rate of Hammond High School is 89%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hammond High School?
1,306 students attend Hammond High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Hammond High School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hammond High School?
Hammond High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hammond High School offer ?
Hammond High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hammond High School part of?
Hammond High School is part of Howard County Public Schools School District.
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