Serving 505 students in grades 6-8, Harpers Choice Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harpers Choice Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Harpers Choice Middle School's student population of 505 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harpers Choice Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harpers Choice Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#558 out of 1343 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
19%
21%
Black
48%
33%
White
17%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harpers Choice Middle School's ranking?
Harpers Choice Middle School is ranked #558 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Harpers Choice Middle School often compared to?
Harpers Choice Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilde Lake Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Harpers Choice Middle School?
505 students attend Harpers Choice Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Harpers Choice Middle School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harpers Choice Middle School?
Harpers Choice Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harpers Choice Middle School offer ?
Harpers Choice Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harpers Choice Middle School part of?
Harpers Choice Middle School is part of Howard County Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Harpers Choice Middle School located?
Harpers Choice Middle School is located in the Harpers Choice neighborhood of Columbia, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Harpers Choice.
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