Patterson Mill High School

839 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Patterson Mill High School, located in Bel Air, Maryland, is a prominent secondary institution within the Harford County Public Schools (HCPS) system. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the school is known for its modern facilities and a comprehensive academic environment that emphasizes both rigorous core curricula and diverse extracurricular opportunities. As part of a unique "campus" model, it shares a site with Patterson Mill Middle School, allowing for a cohesive educational experience that bridges the transition between middle and high school years.

The school is widely recognized for its strong commitment to academic achievement, consistently performing well on state assessments and maintaining a focus on preparing students for post-secondary success. Beyond the classroom, Patterson Mill offers a robust selection of varsity athletic programs, performing arts initiatives, and student-led clubs, which help foster a well-rounded school culture. By blending a high-performing academic atmosphere with a supportive community environment, the school remains a highly regarded choice for families residing in the Bel Air area.

839

Total Students

49.3

Full-Time Teachers

17.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

23.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Patterson Mill High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	569
Hispanic	79
Black	69
Asian	57
Two or More	60
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	2

White
569 (67.8%)
Hispanic
79 (9.4%)
Black
69 (8.2%)
Two or More
60 (7.2%)
Asian
57 (6.8%)
American Indian
3 (0.4%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Harford County Public Schools
Phone:	(410)638-4640
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	839
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	49.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	182
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	17

* 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 9 238

Grade 10 220

Grade 11 207

Grade 12 174