Serving 1,792 students in grades 9-12, Howard 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 70% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 59% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,792 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard 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
Diversity
School Overview
Howard High School's student population of 1,792 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,792 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Howard High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard High School is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#38 out of 1343 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
7%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
25%
33%
White
41%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard High School's ranking?
Howard High School is ranked #38 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Howard High School often compared to?
Howard High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Long Reach High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Howard High School?
The graduation rate of Howard High School is 97%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Howard High School?
1,792 students attend Howard High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Howard High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 20% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howard High School?
Howard High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Howard High School offer ?
Howard High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Howard High School part of?
Howard High School is part of Howard County Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Howard High School located?
Howard High School is located in the Jonestown neighborhood of Ellicott City, MD.
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