Towson High

towsonhs.bcps.org

1,558 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Towson High School, located in the heart of Towson, Maryland, is a highly regarded institution within the Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) system. It is best known for its prestigious Law and Public Policy magnet program, which offers students a rigorous, interdisciplinary curriculum focused on legal studies, government, and civic engagement. This specialized track attracts high-achieving students from across the county, providing them with unique opportunities to participate in mock trials, engage with legal professionals, and develop strong analytical and communication skills.

Beyond its specialized magnet program, Towson High is recognized for its strong academic culture, diverse extracurricular offerings, and a deep sense of community pride. The school maintains a tradition of excellence in both competitive athletics and the performing arts, consistently fostering an environment that encourages student leadership and college readiness. With its central location and long-standing reputation, Towson High serves as a cornerstone of the community, preparing its diverse student body for success in higher education and professional careers.

1,558

Total Students

87.2

Full-Time Teachers

17.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

27.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Towson High
Demographic	Student Count
White	818
Hispanic	110
Black	400
Asian	140
Two or More	83
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	3

White
818 (52.6%)
Black
400 (25.7%)
Asian
140 (9.0%)
Hispanic
110 (7.1%)
Two or More
83 (5.3%)
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:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Baltimore County Public Schools
Phone:	(443)809-3608
Website:	http://towsonhs.bcps.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,558
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	87.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	377
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	45

* 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 9 345

Grade 10 377

Grade 11 384

Grade 12 452