Serving 819 students in grades 9-12, Patterson Mill High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Patterson Mill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
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Patterson Mill High School's student population of 819 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
819 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
Patterson Mill High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patterson Mill High School is 0.54, 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
#209 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
10%
33%
White
66%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Patterson Mill High School is ranked #209 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Patterson Mill High School often compared to?
Patterson Mill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C. Milton Wright High School, Bel Air High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Patterson Mill High School?
The graduation rate of Patterson Mill High School is 98%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Patterson Mill High School?
819 students attend Patterson Mill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Patterson Mill High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patterson Mill High School?
Patterson Mill High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patterson Mill High School offer ?
Patterson Mill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Patterson Mill High School part of?
Patterson Mill High School is part of Harford County School District.
School Reviews麻豆果冻传媒>3 6/10/2017This is a fantastic high school under the leadership of Dr. Abel. I have three children who have all graduated in the last four years (2013-2016) from Patterson Mill and they were accepted to the colleges of their choice and satisfactorily prepared to tackle university level work. They participated in award winning music programs, state qualifying athletic teams and were pushed to do their best. Is every teacher a 10? No - there is no perfect school, but the faculty here have grown together over the last 10 years. Parents are super involved at this school and activities are packed - arrive early or it's standing room only. I love my neighborhood and the schools they attended, including Patterson Mill, Emmorton Elementary and Homestead Wakefield Elementary2 11/15/2012My kids attend this school because I cannot afford to send them to a private school. There are a number of very committed and qualified instructors there but they seem to be the exception and not the rule. The school is new and likely had to select most of its faculty from individuals whom C. Milton Wright and Bel Air rejected. I do think they are improving though.Review Patterson Mill High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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This is a fantastic high school under the leadership of Dr. Abel. I have three children who have all graduated in the last four years (2013-2016) from Patterson Mill and they were accepted to the colleges of their choice and satisfactorily prepared to tackle university level work. They participated in award winning music programs, state qualifying athletic teams and were pushed to do their best. Is every teacher a 10? No - there is no perfect school, but the faculty here have grown together over the last 10 years. Parents are super involved at this school and activities are packed - arrive early or it's standing room only. I love my neighborhood and the schools they attended, including Patterson Mill, Emmorton Elementary and Homestead Wakefield Elementary
My kids attend this school because I cannot afford to send them to a private school. There are a number of very committed and qualified instructors there but they seem to be the exception and not the rule. The school is new and likely had to select most of its faculty from individuals whom C. Milton Wright and Bel Air rejected. I do think they are improving though.
Review Patterson Mill High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
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