Serving 471 students in grades 6-8, Harpers Choice Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harpers Choice Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Harpers Choice Middle School's student population of 471 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
471 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1973
School Motto
People Make the Difference
School Rankings
Harpers Choice Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harpers Choice Middle School is 0.72, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#835 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
23%
24%
Black
43%
32%
White
19%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harpers Choice Middle School's ranking?
Harpers Choice Middle School is ranked #835 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Harpers Choice Middle School often compared to?
Harpers Choice Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilde Lake Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Harpers Choice Middle School?
471 students attend Harpers Choice Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Harpers Choice Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harpers Choice Middle School?
Harpers Choice Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harpers Choice Middle School offer ?
Harpers Choice Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harpers Choice Middle School part of?
Harpers Choice Middle School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Harpers Choice Middle School located?
Harpers Choice Middle School is located in the Harpers Choice neighborhood of Columbia, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Harpers Choice.
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