Serving 992 students in grades 9-12, Harford Technical High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 992 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harford Technical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Harford Technical High School's student population of 992 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
992 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harford Technical High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harford Technical High School is 0.50, 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
#9 out of 1343 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
14%
33%
White
69%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Harford Technical High School's ranking?
Harford Technical High School is ranked #9 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Harford Technical High School often compared to?
Harford Technical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgewood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harford Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Harford Technical High School is 94%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Harford Technical High School?
992 students attend Harford Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Harford Technical High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harford Technical High School?
Harford Technical High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harford Technical High School offer ?
Harford Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harford Technical High School part of?
Harford Technical High School is part of Harford County Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 2/28/2012
Although the sports programs still need help the academics at this school are great. Teachers work well with parents in order for the children to succeed. Tech Staff definitely cares about the students success. I am glad my child was accepted.
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