WILDE LAKE HIGH SCHOOL

Wilde Lake High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Howard County Public Schools school district, located in Columbia, MD with about 1,274 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 98 teachers, Wilde Lake High has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Wilde Lake High School, located in Columbia, Maryland, holds a unique place in history as the first high school built in the planned community of Columbia. Established in 1971, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its diverse, inclusive student body. As part of the Howard County Public School System, it offers a rigorous curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, robust fine arts programs, and numerous extracurricular activities, including championship-level athletics and competitive robotics teams.

The school is particularly noted for its focus on cultivating a strong sense of community and social responsibility among its students. Its physical location near the heart of Columbia allows it to leverage partnerships with local businesses and organizations, providing students with unique internship and learning opportunities. With a long-standing reputation for fostering both intellectual growth and civic engagement, Wilde Lake High School remains a central pillar of the local community, dedicated to preparing students for success in higher education and the global workforce.

For more information, contact Wilde Lake High at (410) 313-6965 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.