Needs Improvement
#1328 of 1,363 schools in MD
Owings Mills High
High School · Baltimore County Public Schools
124 Tollgate Rd, Owings Mills, MD 21117
Enrollment
1,169
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
2.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,169
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
2.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#1,328 of 1,363
In Owings Mills
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#158 of 169
Baltimore County Public Schools
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About Owings Mills High
Owings Mills High is a public high school in Owings Mills, MD, part of Baltimore County Public Schools. Owings Mills High serves approximately 1,169 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Owings Mills High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,328 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Owings Mills High show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
63% of students at Owings Mills 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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Owings Mills High — Students at Owings Mills High score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58%
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: 1.7/10.
How Owings Mills High Compares
See how Owings Mills 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
124 Tollgate Rd, Owings Mills, MD 21117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Owings Mills High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Franklin High (rated 5.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Reisterstown), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Town High (rated 4.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Randallstown High (rated 3.7/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Randallstown), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Owings Mills, see our Owings Mills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Owings Mills Elementary Owings Mills | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| HARBOUR SCHOOL AT BALTIMORE Owings Mills | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Cedarmere Elementary Reisterstown | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Timber Grove Elementary Owings Mills | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| BALTIMORE SCHOOL OF INDEPENDENT LEARNERS Owings Mills | 1.3 mi | — |
| TORAH INSTITUTE Owings Mills | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| New Town High Owings Mills | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| SHAFER CENTER FOR EARLY INTERVENTION- THE Owings Mills | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| New Town Elementary Owings Mills | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| CHILDRENS MAGNET MONTESSORI SCHOOL Owings Mills | 1.9 mi | — |
| Lyons Mill Elementary Owings Mills | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ST THOMAS PRE SCHOOL Owings Mills | 1.7 mi | — |
| Franklin High Reisterstown | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| JEMICY SCHOOL Owings Mills | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| MCDONOGH SCHOOL Owings Mills | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Reisterstown Elementary Reisterstown | 2.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Randallstown High Randallstown | 2.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Deer Park Elementary Owings Mills | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Deer Park Middle Magnet School Randallstown | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Glyndon Elementary Reisterstown | 3.1 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,934
Median Home Value
$370,700
Median Rent
$1,817/mo
Population
61,337
College Educated
47.8%
Homeownership
53.4%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
36.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benjamin Franklin High School at Masonville Cove Baltimore, MD | 3.2 |
| National Academy Foundation Baltimore, MD | 3.2 |
| Carver Vocational-Technical High Baltimore, MD | 3.4 |
| Lansdowne High Baltimore, MD | 3.5 |
| Overlea High Baltimore, MD | 3.5 |
| Randallstown High Randallstown, MD | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Owings Mills High
What grades does Owings Mills High serve?
Owings Mills High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Owings Mills High?
Owings Mills High has an enrollment of approximately 1,169 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Owings Mills High?
The student-teacher ratio at Owings Mills High is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Owings Mills High rank in MD?
Owings Mills High ranks #1,328 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Owings Mills High's MySchoolScout rating?
Owings Mills High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Owings Mills High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Owings Mills High has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Owings Mills High a charter school?
No, Owings Mills High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Owings Mills High a Title I school?
No, Owings Mills High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Owings Mills High?
58.0% of students at Owings Mills 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,169
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 79
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Baltimore County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.6%
- Phone
- (443) 809-1700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 70.0%
Resources & Links
District
Baltimore County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,275
- Schools in District
- 179
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,666
- District Rank
- #158 of 169
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