Education

Harford County Public Schools (HCPS) is part of the Maryland State Department of Education. HCPS is dedicated to providing a quality instructional program to all students. Achieving this goal is dependent on effective communication with our community. As a community, Harford County is fortunate to boast a cooperative relationship with the parents, local government, and the business community.

School Locator


54 public schools with unique programs, including:

  • One special education school - John Archer
  • One technical school - Harford Technical High School
  • Alternative education at the Center for Educational Opportunity 
  • Science and Math Academy at Aberdeen High School 
  • Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Program at Joppatowne High School
  • International Baccalaureate at Edgewood High School
  • Biomedical Program at Bel Air High School 
  • School-Business Partnership Program
  • Kids Helping Kids Mentoring
  • Outdoor Education Program
  • YMCA/YWCA/Open Doors Daycare
  • Pre-kindergarten programs