Serving 1,341 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 41% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). 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 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilde Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wilde Lake High School's student population of 1,341 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilde Lake High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilde Lake High School is 0.72, 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
#578 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
44%
33%
White
24%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 Wilde Lake High School's ranking?
Wilde Lake High School is ranked #578 out of 1,347 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% 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 92%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Wilde Lake High School?
1,341 students attend Wilde Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Wilde Lake High School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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