HOMEWOOD SCHOOL

Homewood School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Howard County Public Schools school district, located in Ellicott City, MD with about 116 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 43 teachers, Homewood School has a student/teacher ratio of about 2:1. 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.

Homewood School, located in Ellicott City, Maryland, is a specialized educational facility within the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS). It serves as a therapeutic learning environment designed to support students who require a more individualized approach to education due to significant emotional, behavioral, or learning needs. The school’s mission is centered on providing a safe, structured, and nurturing space where students can develop the academic, social, and emotional skills necessary to navigate their educational journey and transition back to a traditional school setting or into post-secondary life.

The program at Homewood is highly personalized, utilizing small class sizes and a multidisciplinary team of educators, counselors, and support staff to address the unique challenges of each student. By integrating rigorous academic standards with comprehensive therapeutic services, the school aims to help students overcome barriers to learning while fostering resilience and self-advocacy. Through its collaborative approach involving students, families, and community partners, Homewood School remains dedicated to creating an inclusive culture that empowers students to reach their full potential despite the difficulties they may have faced in conventional classroom environments.

For more information, contact Homewood School at (410) 313-7081 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.