Eastern Technical High School

easterntechhs.bcps.org/

1,330 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Eastern Technical High School, located in Baltimore County, Maryland, is a highly regarded public magnet high school known for its rigorous academic environment and commitment to career-focused education. Unlike traditional neighborhood high schools, Eastern Tech operates on a selective admissions process, drawing motivated students from across the district. The school is widely recognized for integrating a challenging college-preparatory curriculum with specialized technical programs, allowing students to graduate with both a high school diploma and industry-recognized certifications in fields such as engineering, health professions, information technology, and culinary arts.

Beyond its academic rigor, Eastern Tech fosters a vibrant school culture that emphasizes leadership, community service, and professional development. The school frequently ranks among the top institutions in Maryland and the nation, often noted for its high graduation rates, student achievement, and success in preparing students for post-secondary education. By blending hands-on technical training with advanced academic coursework, Eastern Tech provides a unique educational experience designed to prepare its student body for the complexities of the modern workforce and competitive university settings.

1,330

Total Students

66.8

Full-Time Teachers

19.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

23.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Eastern Technical High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	601
Hispanic	64
Black	241
Asian	371
Two or More	50
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	1

White
601 (45.2%)
Asian
371 (27.9%)
Black
241 (18.1%)
Hispanic
64 (4.8%)
Two or More
50 (3.8%)
American Indian
2 (0.2%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Career and Technical School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Baltimore County Public Schools
Phone:	(443)809-0190
Website:	http://easterntechhs.bcps.org/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,330
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	66.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	246
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	61

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 332

Grade 10 345

Grade 11 333

Grade 12 320