2022 Best Public High Schools in Baltimore County

Eastern Technical High School

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.92 out of 5  626 reviews

Senior: Applying and going to Eastern Technical High School has been one of the best experiences of my life. This school is competitive but also is full of people willing to help others if they needed it. The teachers there genuinely care about their students and creating bonds with them may have been one of the easiest things to do at that school! My fellow students have taught me how to open my mind to different opinions and ways of thinking. The only thing I would change about Eastern Tech is the reputation. Many people outside of Eastern view it as a hard school, but it's only hard if you don't put in any effort. The teachers there set you up for success, you just have to work for it!...Read 626 Reviews

• grade A+

• 1,172 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Dulaney High School

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.82 out of 5  411 reviews

Junior: While Dulaney does have some downsides such as inadequate air conditioning, old buildings, questionable rules, and such, the school offers a great variety of advanced level classes, a multitude of clubs with a wide array of interests represented, and a large selection of sports for every season. Dulaney has definitely opened up a lot of opportunities for me and there appears to be something for everyone here. The teachers, generally, are great as well -- though I cannot speak for most non-AP teachers or their classes, they all seem nice too. Personally, I can attest to having amazing and holistic English teachers thus far; other teachers are slightly less enjoyable to have but they can brighten up your day just as much!...Read 411 Reviews

• grade A+

• 1,914 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Western School of Technology & Environmental Science

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.84 out of 5  588 reviews

Sophomore: The school is great! Teachers are very kind and open. Some teachers are strict with deadlines, but many are passionate in what they teach! However, this school give a lot of homework and some classes have really strict project requirements. But it's all to prepare us for the future...Read 588 Reviews

• grade A+

• 892 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hereford High School

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 4.02 out of 5  258 reviews

Senior: Its a great school! It is a safe environment and the staff is very nice. They have lots of things to help students get ready for college like the avid program, guidance counselors, and teachers. Overall everything is organized in the school. There is always a police officer at the school just incase an incident does happen which makes the students feel safe and the students parents at ease. There is an issue with diversity but overall most of the kids are accepting and there is little to no bullying at the school. If there ever is any, the staff puts an end to it right away. Growing up in Hereford was a pleasure and taught me alot. I would recommend that parents send their child to this school because over all it is a safe and successful environment...Read 258 Reviews

• grade A

• 1,295 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.93 out of 5  568 reviews

Sophomore: Though I began my first year at this high school virtually, the teachers and administration made sure we felt comfortable in the environment and reached out to support us. Now that I have finally been in the building, I have fallen in love with it more! The academics here are rigorous as expected and are of great quality. We are supported by staff throughout our education. The environment is one of the best parts of this school! Not only is the building gorgeous, but the people here get along great and respect each other! There is a wide range of diversity among the students and overall provides a great atmosphere for learning...Read 568 Reviews

• grade A

• 961 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Towson High School

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.72 out of 5  487 reviews

Senior: Students who are here actually want to be here, teachers are passionate and very intelligent, and the community is unparalleled. Towson High also offers so many opportunities to partake in such a wide variety of activities- from dance to sports to 3D design to robotics and everything/anything in between. There is something for everyone. And if there is not some club or student organization that draws your eye, you can always create it. The values the academy upholds and strives to emulate. Exeter becomes a home for most if not all students, and it's a wonderful place to explore, ask questions, be very confused, and learn!...Read 487 Reviews

• grade A

• 1,619 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Catonsville High School

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.8 out of 5  434 reviews

Senior: My experience has been amazing! I have made lifelong friends there, and the rigorous classes have always kept me engaged. I created many connections with my teachers!Read 434 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 1,826 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Pikesville High School

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.47 out of 5  246 reviews

Junior: I like the diversity and spirit in Pikesville High School. Teachers enjoy helping students expand their knowledge and become better students, leaders, and individuals. I enjoy going to my classes and learning new material!...Read 246 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 922 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Perry Hall High School

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.79 out of 5  432 reviews

Alum: My experience in Perry hall high school was great! When I first went there it felt like I was welcome there. I had good peers and teachers to help me when I had a problem. After school was over I go to a teacher for help when I was confused about a subject. They would help me and I would get a better understanding of it. The school is diverse so you can meet a lot of different people there. Like how everyone was there to help each other out to have success and achieve something. Perry hall high school help me get prepared for college because I was an avid. Avid was a club or program that have students that have potential to show their true potential and being prepared for college. The school safety is good there are always security around the building monitor. The administration there was good was there for support. Perry hall high school is a school that want you to work at your best as you can and be determined after you finish high school...Read 432 Reviews

• grade B+

• 1,969 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Franklin High School

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.65 out of 5  277 reviews

Senior: It was a great experience. The school administration is also good, they are friendly and want to engage with students, and are very active in the school's community, it's rare to not see the administrators walking in through the halls, or having a conversation with the students. There are many clubs for students to join and/ or create, as well as sports too no matter the size of the sports group. I am also very happy about the classes offered at the school, which vary across subjects and curriculums. Students can tell when a teacher cares and when they don't. Most teachers who like to teach are shown by their students' participation, even if class and the work are hard, it's not surprising for students to still enjoy their time there. ...I do think there are areas where my school could perform better like sanitation with dusty floors, or a variety of food choices that can meet students' dietary needs. Overall a truly great school that is focused solely on the performance of students...Read 277 Reviews

• grade B

• 1,511 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Sparrows Point High School

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.95 out of 5  124 reviews

Senior: Sparrows Point High School has been my school for the last 4 years. I have met many friends and acquaintances through my many journeys walking through the hallways. Sparrows Point always allowed students to be excited for something whether it was a dance, a pep rally, or even a motivational speaker! I enjoyed my time here mainly because every student is treated nicely and fair. The teachers make you feel at home and are very friendly. For the most part, every teacher provided a club or after school activity which allowed bonding time with teachers to learn more about them personally. The little things Sparrows Point provided were not left unseen, without them I would have no memories of school...Read 124 Reviews

• grade B

• 1,067 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Loch Raven High School

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.75 out of 5  277 reviews

Senior: Loch Raven is a pretty average high school, but I had teachers who helped me strive while attending. A lot of my teachers wanted to see me succeed and gave me the tools to do so, even when it required more work and effort from them. I think new modernized teaching plans could be implemented to keep students engaged and willing to learn. Overall, I enjoyed my experience at Loch Raven, I learned a lot about myself as a person and what I can achieve if I'm willing to try, I gained lifelong friendships and relationships with people because of this school...Read 277 Reviews

• grade B

• 874 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Parkville High School

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.62 out of 5  338 reviews

Alum: While I graduated in 2019, I often reminisce on my time at Parkville High. While all the memories range from good to bad, there's some redeeming qualities in Parkville High. It's art program is fantastic for a public school. Not only this, but it's sports program as well is well coached and well funded. While others might have different experiences with it's teachers, the teacher mean their best. Good staff, good programs, and good memories...Read 338 Reviews

• grade B minus

• 2,074 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Patapsco High School & Center for Arts

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.77 out of 5  281 reviews

Parent: If your child loves to draw, paint, sculpt or take pictures this is the magnet program for them. My daughter started just drawing little things and fell in love with it. Illustration has become her passion. This school has helped her develop her talents. Now she is a freshman at Maryland Institute College of Art. She is enrolled in the 5 year MAT program with on a BFA in Illustration as her undergrad degree. I do not think that she would be on this path to her dreams if it was not for the OUTSTANDING TEACHERS in the ART MAGNET PROGRAM here!...Read 281 Reviews

• grade C+

• 1,434 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Owings Mills High School

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.34 out of 5  217 reviews

Senior: As an international student coming to America, it has really been quite an experience as it is my first School that i attend in America. So far it has really been great seeing Students of different cultures (Multi-cultural). My experience is been fun especially the activities that they do like spirit day, the club and activities like Student Government Organization, National Honors Societies and so on. The Sports are also fun i can remember my first Track Meet it was fun and also at the same time it made me realize that the way they take sporting activities seriously to the extent that they even give Scholarships for it is worth commenting on. Overall, the School is a good school in terms of Academics they take it seriously as the Teachers and Administrations are very supportive and wants every Student to Succeed and they are some Teachers like in order to do that they sacrifice there time by staying after School to coach the Students who have challenges...Read 217 Reviews

• grade C

• 1,189 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kenwood High School

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.45 out of 5  214 reviews

Senior: I have had an absolutely amazing experience at this school. I was involved in the music program for all 4 years and it was life changing. I met an amazing instructor and also my best friend! But, it is easy to get sucked into the bad parts of Kenwood. There are a lot of students there who don’t want to learn and would rather throw their lives away, rather many. As long as you focus on your education and extra curricular activities you will have a wonderful time. I would also recommend joining drama club ! I have gained a second family from being apart of drama club and those times will be in my memory forever...Read 214 Reviews

• grade C

• 1,649 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Dundalk High School

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.48 out of 5  130 reviews

Senior: My experience at Dundalk High school is an overall positive experience I learned quite a few things at this school, and have met many wonderful peers and teachers. This school is one of the most pleasant buildings in the area and has amazing counselors. The teachers are very reasonable and the counselor ensures their students are college-ready...Read 130 Reviews

• grade C

• 1,782 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

New Town High School

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.68 out of 5  300 reviews

Senior: New Town High School was a journey through a time of life for me. I had a great time, connected to teachers, administration, counselors, and even students. Being apart of a team was also an exciting and personal growth experience for me as well. Lacrosse was the only sport I played, but really enjoyed. I played lacrosse for 3 years; from my sophomore - senior year. I learned how to be more aggressive, and learned how to better communicate and to just talk more. I will miss this place, and I had a great time. Go Titans!...Read 300 Reviews

• grade C

• 1,168 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Chesapeake High School

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.33 out of 5  161 reviews

Senior: My experience in Chesapeake high school wasn’t the best. The school spirit is inexistant, not enough discipline so kids do whatever they want like fight all the time or skipping classes. I wish kids were more involved in school activities like clubs or sports. There was a lot of potential but because of grades and lack of support a lot if kids aren’t eligible for sports...Read 161 Reviews

• grade C

• 961 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lansdowne High School

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.32 out of 5  241 reviews

Senior: I feel that Lansdowne High is a great school. The teachers in the school treat the students well and know what to do, even during virtual learning. The school has a great music program in which students can play an instrument, sing in the choir, and dance. There are a variety of clubs and activities available. The school has a variety of sports, such as football, soccer, basketball, track and field, baseball, and cross country. Two issues that are present are fighting and the facilities. There have been fights once in a while between students, whether during class or after school. The bathrooms in the building have rust on the walls, showing the buildings age, and the facility only has stairs, so the building isn't handicap accessible. To improve upon this, the building can be remodeled, and some of the staff can be on high alert in the halls. Overall, Lansdowne High School is great school that can prepare students for college and the future...Read 241 Reviews

• grade C minus

• 1,326 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Overlea High School and Health Sciences Magnet

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.26 out of 5  199 reviews

Freshman: My experience with Overlea High & Academy of Health Professions is very good. The teachers and faculty eagerly engage with students and parents. Moreover, the school provides AVID, a college readiness program along with dual enrollment classes at CCBC. Although the school has various benefits, I would prefer more variability of higher level classes. I would like the school to provide more GT and AP classes for all grades...Read 199 Reviews

• grade C minus

• 1,020 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Milford Mill Academy

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.5 out of 5  240 reviews

Junior: My experience with Milford Mill Academy has been very good so far. I’m a Junior who enrolled in 2019 as a sophomore. The school is a good school and the teachers are the best and try to make teaching enjoyable to their best capacity. The food at Milford is also good but the thing that makes it enjoyable is the proper hygiene observed by all kitchen staffs. Milford Mill is a mostly black school and I can boldly testify that I have not encountered any form of bullying. The extracurriculars at Milford is also a thing to talk about. Clubs are very active and sports are also nice to watch. Millers are actively involved and are free to express their thoughts and views on different aspects of life. It is also located in a safe environment, where parents/guardians can be sure that their wards are safe. As a Junior, I can testify that Milford has helped me a lot in my college search. Milford Mill Academy is a good school and I would definitely recommend it for anyone willing to go there...Read 240 Reviews

• grade C minus

• 1,251 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Randallstown High School

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.28 out of 5  308 reviews

Junior: My experience at Randallstown High school was nothing like I excepted. When I first got to Randallstown I didn't like the school I didn't like the environment I was in. I was a freshman entering high school and I was not ready for change. As the years continued Randallstown started to grow on me and I came to love the school. I got more active into school clubs, activities, and sports which gave me the opportunity to meet new people. I started to build wonderful relationships with teachers. One thing I love about Randallstown the teachers wants what is best for you and they are willing to help you succeed. And it isn't just the teachers who wants whats best for you its administration also and I appreciate that so much. As a grew to love Randallstown I grew to love Randallstown family environment we are one big family and I love that about my school. Now that I am a junior I wouldn't trade my school for the world. When graduate I will be proud to say I am a Randallstown alumni...Read 308 Reviews

• grade C minus

• 1,048 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Woodlawn High School

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.31 out of 5  277 reviews

Alum: I met many people there some of whom I still associate with to this day. It certainly wasn't perfect but it offered everything a student would need to excel in school, if they were concerned in doing so. The experience came from the curriculum and teachers. No one teacher had the same teaching style, we would all have our favorites, the ones we would go to because we liked them, the ones we trust and the ones we hated. They did well with school trips and incentives and some of my favorite moments were from Junior and Senior year...The school did it's best and definitely provided for memorable school years.Read 277 Reviews

• grade C minus

• 1,656 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Crossroads Center

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•
• 7-12

• grade unavailable

• 183 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio