Boyd J. Michael III Technical High School is a public school offering technology-related and general classes for students in 11th and 12th grades. The school building is located on a tract of land with several schools including South Hagerstown High School.
Serving 548 students in grades 11-12, Boyd J. Michael Iii Technical High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boyd J. Michael Iii Technical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Boyd J. Michael Iii Technical High School's student population of 548 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
548 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Cultivating learning communities that spark curiosity, ignite creativity, and inspire success.
School Rankings
Boyd J. Michael Iii Technical High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boyd J. Michael Iii Technical High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#473 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
10%
33%
White
73%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boyd J. Michael Iii Technical High School's ranking?
Boyd J. Michael Iii Technical High School is ranked #473 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Boyd J. Michael Iii Technical High School often compared to?
Boyd J. Michael Iii Technical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smithsburg High School, North Hagerstown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boyd J. Michael Iii Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Boyd J. Michael Iii Technical High School is 99%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Boyd J. Michael Iii Technical High School?
548 students attend Boyd J. Michael Iii Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Boyd J. Michael Iii Technical High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boyd J. Michael Iii Technical High School?
Boyd J. Michael Iii Technical High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Boyd J. Michael Iii Technical High School offer ?
Boyd J. Michael Iii Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 11-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boyd J. Michael Iii Technical High School part of?
Boyd J. Michael Iii Technical High School is part of Washington County School District.
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