Serving 885 students in grades 9-12, Pikesville High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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: 885 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pikesville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pikesville High School's student population of 885 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
885 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pikesville High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pikesville High School is 0.65, which is less 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
#307 out of 1343 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
50%
33%
White
31%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
5%
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 Pikesville High School's ranking?
Pikesville High School is ranked #307 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pikesville High School?
The graduation rate of Pikesville High School is 97%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pikesville High School?
885 students attend Pikesville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Pikesville High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pikesville High School?
Pikesville High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pikesville High School offer ?
Pikesville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pikesville High School part of?
Pikesville High School is part of Baltimore County Public Schools School District.
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