School Overview
Harper’s Choice Middle School, located in Columbia, Maryland, is a public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS). Situated in the heart of the Harper’s Choice village, the school is known for its focus on cultivating a supportive and inclusive environment that encourages academic excellence and personal growth. The school prioritizes a well-rounded educational experience, offering a rigorous curriculum that balances core subjects like mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies with opportunities for creative and exploratory learning.

Beyond the classroom, Harper’s Choice Middle School emphasizes the importance of community and social-emotional development. The school frequently engages students through a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts programs, and academic clubs, which help foster leadership and collaboration among the student body. By leveraging its connection to the larger Columbia community and utilizing the resources provided by the Howard County school district, Harper’s Choice aims to prepare its students for the transition to high school by building both the critical thinking skills and the character necessary for future success.
471
Total Students
40.7
Full-Time Teachers
11.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
46.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Harpers Choice Middle
Demographic Student Count
White87
Hispanic109
Black204
Asian38
Two or More31
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    204 (43.3%)
  • Hispanic
    109 (23.1%)
  • White
    87 (18.5%)
  • Asian
    38 (8.1%)
  • Two or More
    31 (6.6%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle 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)313-6929
Website: http://hcms.hcpss.org
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 471
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 40.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 206
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 15
Grades Taught
Grade 6 149
Grade 7 163
Grade 8 159

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Harpers Choice Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6149
Grade 7163
Grade 8159
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Harpers Choice Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24752.4%
Male22447.6%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)