Serving 1,282 students in grades 9-12, Hereford High School ranks in the top 5% 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 65% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,282 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hereford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hereford High School's student population of 1,282 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hereford High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hereford High School is 0.27, 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
#66 out of 1347 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
3%
33%
White
85%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hereford High School's ranking?
Hereford High School is ranked #66 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hereford High School often compared to?
Hereford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dulaney High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hereford High School?
The graduation rate of Hereford High School is 97%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Hereford High School?
1,282 students attend Hereford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Hereford High School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hereford High School?
Hereford High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hereford High School offer ?
Hereford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hereford High School part of?
Hereford High School is part of Baltimore County Public Schools School District.
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