Harford Technical High School is a four-year technical public magnet school high school in Bel Air in Harford County, Maryland, United States. The school, located near the center of the county, is across the street from Harford Community College and next to the Harford Academy.
Serving 954 students in grades 9-12, Harford Technical High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 954 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Harford Technical High School's student population of 954 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
954 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harford Technical High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harford Technical High School is 0.47, 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
#158 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cobras
Source: 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 #158 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harford Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Harford Technical High School is 96%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Harford Technical High School?
954 students attend Harford Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Harford Technical High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 7% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harford Technical High School part of?
Harford Technical High School is part of Harford County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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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