Wilde Lake High School is a secondary school located at the village of Wilde Lake in Columbia, Maryland, United States. It is one of the 13 public high schools in Howard County.
Serving 1,197 students in grades 9-12, Wilde Lake High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 1,197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilde Lake High serves the southeast part of Columbia, MD, covering an area of approximately 10.9 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilde Lake High School's student population of 1,197 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,197 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilde Lake 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 Wilde Lake High School is 0.71, 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
#577 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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
91%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Gold
School Mascot
Wildecat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilde Lake High School's ranking?
Wilde Lake High School is ranked #577 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Wilde Lake High School often compared to?
Wilde Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilde Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Wilde Lake High School is 91%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Wilde Lake High School?
1,197 students attend Wilde Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Wilde Lake High School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilde Lake High School?
Wilde Lake High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilde Lake High School offer ?
Wilde Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilde Lake High School part of?
Wilde Lake High School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilde Lake High School located?
Wilde Lake High School is located in the Wilde Lake neighborhood of Columbia, MD. There are 3 other public schools located in Wilde Lake.
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