North Harford High vs Wilde Lake High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 65 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Harford High
Pylesville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,204 students
Wilde Lake High
Columbia · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,197 students
| Measure | North Harford High Pylesville, Maryland | Wilde Lake High Columbia, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 10% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #27 of 197 | #83 of 197 |
| National rank | #1722 of 16,910 | #5754 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,204 | 1,197 |
| Enrollment | 1,204 | 1,197 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.8% | 42.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 48% |
| city | Pylesville | Columbia |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Harford High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.1 vs 60.2).
- •North Harford High does better on math proficiency (67% vs 48%).
- •North Harford High does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 58%).
- •North Harford High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.8% vs 42.6%).
- •Wilde Lake High does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 17.0).
- •North Harford High is the larger school with 1,204 students compared with 1,197.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is North Harford High better than Wilde Lake High?
On the Success Index (US), North Harford High ranks higher (77.1 vs 60.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are North Harford High and Wilde Lake High?
About 65 km in a straight line, between Pylesville and Columbia in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Harford High: 1,204. Wilde Lake High: 1,197. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Harford High and Wilde Lake High rank in Maryland?
North Harford High is 27th of 197 and Wilde Lake High is 83rd of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).