HEREFORD HIGH SCHOOL

Hereford High is a public high school that is part of the Baltimore County Public Schools school district, located in Parkton, MD with about 1,267 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 74 teachers, Hereford High has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Hereford High School, located in the rural community of Parkton, Maryland, serves as a comprehensive public secondary school within the Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) system. Situated on a sprawling campus in northern Baltimore County, the school is well-regarded for its strong academic tradition and its active involvement in the local community. It serves a diverse student body from the surrounding agricultural and residential areas, often functioning as a central hub for student life and extracurricular activities in the region.

Academically, Hereford High is known for its rigorous course offerings, including a robust selection of Advanced Placement (AP) classes and various elective paths. Beyond the classroom, the school maintains a competitive athletics program and a wide array of student organizations, ranging from performing arts to specialized interest clubs. As part of the BCPS district, the school emphasizes a commitment to preparing students for post-secondary success through a blend of traditional instruction and modern educational initiatives.

For more information, contact Hereford High at (410) 887-1905 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

17301 York Rd
Parkton, MD 21120-9714
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HEREFORD HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Parkton, MD with about 1,267 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Maryland

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,267
Teachers:
74.1
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,267 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending HEREFORD HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 86% of the student body.

White
86.4%
Black or African American
4.3%
Hispanic/Latino
3.6%
Two or more races
3.2%
Asian
2.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.