Oakland Mills High School was established in 1973 as one of the first high schools to serve the planned community of Columbia, Maryland, established by James Rouse and his company, The Rouse Company in 1967 in Howard County, midway between Baltimore and Washington, D.C.
Serving 1,422 students in grades 9-12, Oakland Mills 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 26% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakland Mills High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Oakland Mills High School's student population of 1,422 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Year Founded
1973
Colors
White, Black, Orange
School Rankings
Oakland Mills High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakland Mills High School is 0.72, 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
#390 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
24%
23%
Black
44%
33%
White
15%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Super Scorp
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland Mills High School's ranking?
Oakland Mills High School is ranked #390 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Oakland Mills High School often compared to?
Oakland Mills High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hammond High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oakland Mills High School?
The graduation rate of Oakland Mills High School is 91%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Oakland Mills High School?
1,422 students attend Oakland Mills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Oakland Mills High School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakland Mills High School?
Oakland Mills High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakland Mills High School offer ?
Oakland Mills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakland Mills High School part of?
Oakland Mills High School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakland Mills High School located?
Oakland Mills High School is located in the Oakland Mills neighborhood of Columbia, MD. There are 4 other public schools located in Oakland Mills.
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