Serving 722 students in grades 6-8, Loch Raven Technical Academy 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 6% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Loch Raven Technical Academy's student population of 722 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
722 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Loch Raven Technical Academy 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 Loch Raven Technical Academy is 0.52, 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
#1189 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
12%
24%
Black
67%
32%
White
14%
31%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loch Raven Technical Academy's ranking?
Loch Raven Technical Academy is ranked #1189 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Loch Raven Technical Academy often compared to?
Loch Raven Technical Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Parkville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Loch Raven Technical Academy?
722 students attend Loch Raven Technical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Loch Raven Technical Academy students are Black, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loch Raven Technical Academy?
Loch Raven Technical Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Loch Raven Technical Academy offer ?
Loch Raven Technical Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Loch Raven Technical Academy part of?
Loch Raven Technical Academy is part of Baltimore County School District.
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