Hammond High
1,159 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Hammond High School, located in Columbia, Maryland, is a comprehensive public high school within the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS). Known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school serves a diverse student body and offers a wide range of rigorous curricular programs, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses and career-focused pathways. Hammond High places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive school culture, encouraging students to engage in both their studies and the broader school community through various academic honors and collaborative learning environments.
Beyond the classroom, Hammond High is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular offerings, which include an array of competitive athletics, visual and performing arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs. The school prides itself on maintaining high standards of achievement and preparing students for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education, the workforce, or military service. By focusing on holistic growth and community involvement, the school aims to cultivate responsible, well-rounded citizens who are prepared to navigate the challenges of a global society.
Beyond the classroom, Hammond High is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular offerings, which include an array of competitive athletics, visual and performing arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs. The school prides itself on maintaining high standards of achievement and preparing students for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education, the workforce, or military service. By focusing on holistic growth and community involvement, the school aims to cultivate responsible, well-rounded citizens who are prepared to navigate the challenges of a global society.
1,159
Total Students
80.8
Full-Time Teachers
14.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
37.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 239 |
| Hispanic | 192 |
| Black | 514 |
| Asian | 128 |
| Two or More | 83 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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Black514 (44.4%)
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White239 (20.7%)
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Hispanic192 (16.6%)
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Asian128 (11.1%)
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Two or More83 (7.2%)
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American Indian1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Howard County Public Schools |
| Phone: | (410)313-7615 |
| Website: | http://www.hammondhs.org/ |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,159 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 80.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 376 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 57 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
323
Grade 10
283
Grade 11
218
Grade 12
335
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 323 |
| Grade 10 | 283 |
| Grade 11 | 218 |
| Grade 12 | 335 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 564 | 48.7% |
| Male | 593 | 51.2% |
| Not Specified | 2 | 0.1% |
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