Serving 1,221 students in grades 9-12, North Harford High School ranks in the top 30% 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 31% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,221 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Harford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Harford High School's student population of 1,221 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,221 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Harford High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Harford High School is 0.19, 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
#348 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
3%
33%
White
90%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
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 North Harford High School's ranking?
North Harford High School is ranked #348 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are North Harford High School often compared to?
North Harford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C. Milton Wright High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Harford High School?
The graduation rate of North Harford High School is 96%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend North Harford High School?
1,221 students attend North Harford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of North Harford High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Harford High School?
North Harford High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Harford High School offer ?
North Harford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Harford High School part of?
North Harford High School is part of Harford County School District.
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