Serving 1,302 students in grades 9-12, C. Milton Wright High School ranks in the top 20% 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 40% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than 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 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,302 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C. Milton Wright High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
C. Milton Wright High School's student population of 1,302 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
C. Milton Wright High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C. Milton Wright High School is 0.41, 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
#192 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
7%
33%
White
76%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C. Milton Wright High School's ranking?
C. Milton Wright High School is ranked #192 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are C. Milton Wright High School often compared to?
C. Milton Wright High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fallston High School, Bel Air High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of C. Milton Wright High School?
The graduation rate of C. Milton Wright High School is 96%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend C. Milton Wright High School?
1,302 students attend C. Milton Wright High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of C. Milton Wright High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of C. Milton Wright High School?
C. Milton Wright High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does C. Milton Wright High School offer ?
C. Milton Wright High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is C. Milton Wright High School part of?
C. Milton Wright High School is part of Harford County School District.
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