North Harford High School is a public high school located in Pylesville, Maryland, United States. It is part of the Harford County Public Schools system.
Serving 1,204 students in grades 9-12, North Harford High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,204 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: North Harford High serves the northwest part of its school district in Pylesville, MD, covering an area of approximately 156.2 square miles, with typical driving times to the school averaging 15-20 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 8.1 miles, reaching as far as 10.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Harford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Harford High School's student population of 1,204 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,204 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Hawks!
School Rankings
North Harford High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Harford High School is 0.22, 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
#325 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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
95%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Gold
School Mascot
Hawk (talon)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Harford High School's ranking?
North Harford High School is ranked #325 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are North Harford High School often compared to?
North Harford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C. Milton Wright High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Harford High School?
The graduation rate of North Harford High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend North Harford High School?
1,204 students attend North Harford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of North Harford High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Harford High School?
North Harford High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Harford High School offer ?
North Harford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Harford High School part of?
North Harford High School is part of Harford County School District.
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