Eastern Technical High School is a high school in Essex, Baltimore County, Maryland, United States. It was designated as a Maryland Blue Ribbon High School in 1997, 2009, and 2010, a National Blue Ribbon High School in 2010, and a USDE New American High School in 1999.
Serving 1,276 students in grades 9-12, Eastern Technical High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 96% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,276 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastern Technical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Eastern Technical High School's student population of 1,276 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Rankings
Eastern Technical High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastern Technical High School is 0.68, 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
#3 out of 1347 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
28%
7%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
18%
33%
White
46%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Maverick
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastern Technical High School's ranking?
Eastern Technical High School is ranked #3 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Eastern Technical High School often compared to?
Eastern Technical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George W. Carver Center For Arts & Technology, Western School Of Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 96% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eastern Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Eastern Technical High School is 99%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Eastern Technical High School?
1,276 students attend Eastern Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Eastern Technical High School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastern Technical High School?
Eastern Technical High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eastern Technical High School offer ?
Eastern Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eastern Technical High School part of?
Eastern Technical High School is part of Baltimore County School District.
School Reviews
5 6/21/2010
ET is serious Education. They push for grades, etc. They do want each student to go onto College. It is a tough world. I believe 91% are going on to college. The new music teacher has put together an after school band. They sound pretty good. The football team is #1 this year. It seems the better you are the more attention and money. It might sound terrible but it happens. People, Parents support which team they want. The facilities are old. Only a gym and cafeteria. There are not too many volunters during the day, but the PTSA and boosters are involved. The students are becoming adults. If you child needs help or you want information I have found most teachers to do anything they can. As in any school some are tough and some are not. I am proud that I can say, my son graduated form Eastern Tech! 2010
2 5/24/2010
The teaching program was so poorly put together, I'm not sure if our girls learned anything from the teacher implementing it. Some kids attending this blue ribbon school, are on the honor roll and in standard, honors, or AP english and/or math classes. The same kids are having trouble getting into 4 year colleges or passing the placement tests at the community colleges. How can you be a blue ribbon school and have kids not making it into English 101 at the local community college?!?!?
The girls athletics programs have next to no funding. The turnover in coaches is ridiculous. All fundraising revolves around the football team.
I was very very unhappy with the results of this school. I put my kids in the Magnet program so they could get into this high school. Now, I'm wondering what the difference really is.
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