Serving 867 students in grades 6-8, North Harford Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 867 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Harford Middle School's student population of 867 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
867 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
North Harford Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Harford Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#542 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
1%
33%
White
91%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Harford Middle School's ranking?
North Harford Middle School is ranked #542 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are North Harford Middle School often compared to?
North Harford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southampton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend North Harford Middle School?
867 students attend North Harford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of North Harford Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Harford Middle School?
North Harford Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Harford Middle School offer ?
North Harford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Harford Middle School part of?
North Harford Middle School is part of Harford County School District.
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