Mt. Hebron High School is a public high school located in Ellicott City, Maryland United States. It is part of the Howard County Public School System.
Serving 1,518 students in grades 9-12, Mount Hebron High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (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 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Hebron High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Mount Hebron High School's student population of 1,518 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Rankings
Mount Hebron High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Hebron High School is 0.71, 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
#22 out of 1347 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
35%
7%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
13%
33%
White
38%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Hebron High School's ranking?
Mount Hebron High School is ranked #22 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Mount Hebron High School often compared to?
Mount Hebron High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial High School, Howard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mount Hebron High School?
The graduation rate of Mount Hebron High School is 96%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Mount Hebron High School?
1,518 students attend Mount Hebron High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Mount Hebron High School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mount Hebron High School?
Mount Hebron High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mount Hebron High School offer ?
Mount Hebron High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mount Hebron High School part of?
Mount Hebron High School is part of Howard County School District.
School Reviews
5 9/15/2021
Good environment.
2 8/2/2016
Mount Hebron School failed in providing safe and positive environment for students this year . This school failed in solving the easy and basic problems between the students.This school failed in supporting outstanding students success. This school failed in helping the weak students to pass by creating positive and healthy environment and building a strong and trust and respect relation between students and teachers.I don't recommend this school for minorities.
5 2/28/2012
Amazing school!!! Very proud parent of a Senior "2012 Class" can't wait for graduation.
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