Howard High

8700 Old Annapolis Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21043

www.howardhighschool.net/

1,493 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Howard High School, located in Ellicott City, Maryland, is a prominent secondary institution within the Howard County Public School System. Serving a diverse student body, the school is known for fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic standards with a broad array of extracurricular opportunities. It maintains a strong reputation for preparing students for post-secondary success, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career-focused programs, and a wide variety of elective pathways designed to cater to diverse interests and learning goals.

Beyond its academic offerings, Howard High is deeply integrated into the local Ellicott City community, placing a heavy emphasis on school spirit and student engagement. The campus hosts numerous athletic teams, performing arts programs, and student-led clubs that encourage leadership and personal development. By promoting a culture of inclusivity and academic excellence, the school aims to support the holistic growth of its students, ensuring they are well-equipped to navigate the challenges of college and the workforce after graduation.

1,493

Total Students

96.2

Full-Time Teachers

15.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

20.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Howard High
Demographic	Student Count
White	518
Hispanic	94
Black	348
Asian	418
Two or More	108
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	3

White
518 (34.7%)
Asian
418 (28.0%)
Black
348 (23.3%)
Two or More
108 (7.2%)
Hispanic
94 (6.3%)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.2%)
American Indian
2 (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)313-2867
Website:	http://www.howardhighschool.net/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,493
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	96.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	279
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	23

* 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 9 378

Grade 10 346

Grade 11 329

Grade 12 440