Serving 908 students in grades 9-12, Pikesville High School ranks in the top 50% 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 908 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pikesville High serves the southwest part of Pikesville, MD, covering an area of approximately 21.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pikesville High School's student population of 908 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
908 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1964
School Rankings
Pikesville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pikesville High School is 0.66, 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
#588 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
51%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
25%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
92%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Purple
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pikesville High School's ranking?
Pikesville High School is ranked #588 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Pikesville High School often compared to?
Pikesville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pikesville High School?
The graduation rate of Pikesville High School is 92%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Pikesville High School?
908 students attend Pikesville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Pikesville High School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pikesville High School?
Pikesville High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pikesville High School offer ?
Pikesville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pikesville High School part of?
Pikesville High School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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