Below Average
#1143 of 1,363 schools in MD
Joppatowne High
High School · Harford County Public Schools
555 Joppa Farm Rd, Joppa, MD 21085
Enrollment
900
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
900
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#1,143 of 1,363
In Joppa
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#53 of 55
Harford County Public Schools
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About Joppatowne High
Joppatowne High is a public high school in Joppa, MD, part of Harford County Public Schools. Joppatowne High serves approximately 900 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Joppatowne High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,143 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Joppatowne High show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Joppatowne High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Joppatowne High — Students at Joppatowne High score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.
How Joppatowne High Compares
See how Joppatowne High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
555 Joppa Farm Rd, Joppa, MD 21085
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joppatowne High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Oliver Beach Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Baltimore), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kingsville Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Kingsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Emmorton Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Bel Air), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Joppa, see our Joppa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Joppatowne Elementary Joppa | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL-CHESAPEAKE CAMPUS Joppa | 1.0 mi | — |
| Riverside Elementary Joppa | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Magnolia Elementary Joppa | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Magnolia Middle Joppa | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL & EARLY LRNG CTR Joppa | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Oliver Beach Elementary Baltimore | 3.1 mi | 8.9 |
| ST STEPHEN PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Kingsville | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Edgewood Elementary Edgewood | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Deerfield Elementary Edgewood | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Edgewood Middle Edgewood | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Old Post Road Elementary Abingdon | 3.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Edgewood High Edgewood | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Abingdon Elementary Abingdon | 4.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kingsville | 4.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Vincent Farm Elementary White Marsh | 4.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Emmorton Elementary Bel Air | 5.1 mi | 7.8 |
| OPEN BIBLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kingsville | 4.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Kingsville Elementary Kingsville | 4.6 mi | 8.5 |
| William S. James Elementary Abingdon | 5.2 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21085 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,975
Median Home Value
$327,300
Median Rent
$1,593/mo
Population
16,511
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
82.1%
Avg Commute
33.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
42.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chesapeake High Baltimore, MD | 4.5 |
| Frederick Douglass High Baltimore, MD | 4.5 |
| Paul Laurence Dunbar High Baltimore, MD | 4.5 |
| BISHOP MCNAMARA HIGH SCHOOL Forestville, MD | 4.6 |
| Edmondson-Westside High Baltimore, MD | 4.6 |
| Friendly High Fort Washington, MD | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joppatowne High
What grades does Joppatowne High serve?
Joppatowne High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Joppatowne High?
Joppatowne High has an enrollment of approximately 900 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joppatowne High?
The student-teacher ratio at Joppatowne High is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joppatowne High rank in MD?
Joppatowne High ranks #1,143 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Joppatowne High's MySchoolScout rating?
Joppatowne High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Joppatowne High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joppatowne High has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Joppatowne High a charter school?
No, Joppatowne High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joppatowne High a Title I school?
No, Joppatowne High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joppatowne High?
71.1% of students at Joppatowne High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 900
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Harford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.0%
- Phone
- (410) 612-1510
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
Harford County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 38,105
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,493
- District Rank
- #53 of 55
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