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.
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

Student Demographics for Hammond High
Demographic Student Count
White239
Hispanic192
Black514
Asian128
Two or More83
American Indian1
  • Black
    514 (44.4%)
  • White
    239 (20.7%)
  • Hispanic
    192 (16.6%)
  • Asian
    128 (11.1%)
  • Two or More
    83 (7.2%)
  • American Indian
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Hammond High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9323
Grade 10283
Grade 11218
Grade 12335
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Hammond High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female56448.7%
Male59351.2%
Not Specified20.1%
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