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Best High Schools in Ellicott City, Maryland

Compare 4 high schools in Ellicott City. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

4
High Schools
Public & Charter Schools
16,166
Total Students
Across Ellicott City
13.2:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
4 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score63%
ELA Assessment Score76%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)1 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)3 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

  • ✓25% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
  • ✓Largest student enrollment is 1,493 students at Howard High.
  • ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 2:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

About High Schools in Ellicott City

Ellicott City, Maryland offers 4 high schools providing comprehensive education for students preparing for college and careers. These schools offer diverse academic programs, extracurricular activities, and advanced placement courses.

Centennial High

publichighGrade 9-12
4300 Centennial Ln, Ellicott City, MD 21042
8.2
Rating
Students
1,377
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
88%
Math Proficiency
75%

Mount Hebron High

publichighGrade 9-12
9440 Old Frederick Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042
7.7
Rating
Students
1,455
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
85%
Math Proficiency
69%

Howard High

publichighGrade 9-12
8700 Old Annapolis Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21043
6.8
Rating
Students
1,493
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
79%
Math Proficiency
56%

Homewood School

publichighGrade 6-12
10914 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042
5
Rating
Students
109
Student-Teacher
2:1
ELA Proficiency
50%
Math Proficiency
50%

Frequently Asked Questions

How many high schools are in Ellicott City, Maryland?

There are several high schools in Ellicott City, offering diverse academic programs, extracurricular activities, and college preparation courses.

What is the best high school in Ellicott City?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated high schools in Ellicott City include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all high schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Ellicott City?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Ellicott City is 13.2:1.