Serving 979 students in grades 9-12, Harford Technical 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 979 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harford Technical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Harford Technical High School's student population of 979 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
979 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harford Technical 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 Harford Technical High School is 0.50, 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
#198 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
13%
33%
White
69%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harford Technical High School's ranking?
Harford Technical High School is ranked #198 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Harford Technical High School often compared to?
Harford Technical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgewood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harford Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Harford Technical High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Harford Technical High School?
979 students attend Harford Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Harford Technical High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harford Technical High School?
Harford Technical High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harford Technical High School offer ?
Harford Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harford Technical High School part of?
Harford Technical High School is part of Harford County School District.
School Reviews
5 2/28/2012
Although the sports programs still need help the academics at this school are great. Teachers work well with parents in order for the children to succeed. Tech Staff definitely cares about the students success. I am glad my child was accepted.
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