Eastern Technical High School

1100 Mace Avenue

School District

Baltimore County Public Schools
Grade

9-12
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:17
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on February 19, 2025

Forgot to add, not even private school would be this good, my second oldest son Graduated from Harvard thanks to Eastern Tech.
Submitted by parent on March 03, 2023

The Good: This is a no nonsense school. There is no drama, no behavior issues, no fist fights, no drugs= your kids are safe here. It is like a private school but public. Very diverse. Lots of learning. The Bad: The work load is serious. My child has 2 hours of homework everyday along with weekend homework. She enjoys extracurricular activities but struggles to find time to get passing grades and make time for sports. It's honestly too much on the kids. I feel bad for the kids whose parents don't know or understand this and expect their child to get straight As in this school as it's nearly impossible or it will be your entire life.
Submitted by parent on January 03, 2023

This school is awesome sauce! Eastern Tech is a high school like no other. From the moment students step through the doors, they are welcomed into a warm and inclusive community that truly cares about their success.At Eastern Tech, education is at the forefront of everything we do. Our teachers are passionate and dedicated and are constantly seeking new ways to engage and challenge their students. This is evident in the high-quality curriculum that we offer, which covers a wide range of subjects and prepares students for success in college and beyond.But it's not just academics that make Eastern Tech stand out. We also place a strong emphasis on extracurricular activities and personal development. Our sports teams are among the best in the state, and we offer a wide range of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. This includes everything from debate team and mock trial to robotics and dance.One of the things that truly sets Eastern Tech apart is the sense of community that exists within our walls. We have a diverse student body, and everyone is welcomed and valued for who they are. This creates an environment where students can feel safe and supported as they navigate their way through high school.Overall, Eastern Tech is an amazing place to learn and grow. Whether you're a straight-A student or someone who struggles in school, you'll find a place here where you can thrive. So, if you're looking for a high school that will challenge and inspire you to be your best, look no further than Eastern Tech – it's truly awesome sauce!In addition to our academic programs, Eastern Tech is also known for our vibrant arts scene. We have a highly acclaimed music program, with multiple choirs, bands, and orchestras, as well as a thriving theater department. Our visual arts program is also top-notch, with a range of classes in drawing, painting, sculpture, and more.My 298 Pound son loves to go to this school every day and does not get bullied for his weight! Ever since we moved from Ohio, he got much better at his studies.
Submitted by parent on April 08, 2022

My daughter Emma goes here and the quality of education shes receiving is great. The teachers are hard working and dedicated to the students. It’s a challenging environment and very difficult.
Submitted by parent on March 28, 2018

The kids who attend are very nice; but the school policies and culture are very negative.
Submitted by parent on December 20, 2016

Excellent teachers and students. School isnt over crowded. Students want to be there. Unlike the other schools.
Submitted by student on May 11, 2016

The best school, teachers are welcoming and students are nice. Will academically challenge you, all magnet.
Submitted by student on May 15, 2015

It's wonderful here and I love because it is a magnet school and doesn't have any really bad kids in it. The school itself is a little old, but is thriving with PTSA support. :)
Submitted by parent on October 08, 2014

My school is Eastern Tech. Great people and good teachers. The sports are competitive and the coaches know what they are doing. I walk in and am treated well by students and faculty.
Submitted by other on January 06, 2014

I graduated from ETHS in 2005 and I have nothing but good things to say about this school. I majored in Communications, Multimedia & Design which taught me about video, graphic design and flash programs. This was great experience and helped me excel at a 4 year university. The teachers were hard on you but thats what they did to prepare you for college. Yes some of the policies are odd and strict but it will be the best choice for your child yet! I plan to send my child to there as well!
Submitted by parent on September 24, 2013

We've had 2 kids in this school. Overall I am pleased with the teachers and the classes knowing that the county mandates some very odd policies and class requirements. Our experience with the teachers has been very positive as most are very motivational and interact above and beyond the call of duty. What could be changed within the school would include: 1. an openess to community college as an avenue into a degreed program. This may well be some of our kids only course to a prohibitively expensive goal. To scorn it is to lose it - I do know students who have opted to get into the workforce rather than pursue "the lowly" community college. 2. Kids who have not had the opportunity to play club level sports seem to be overlooked in at least one school program. We have seen some clear indications of favoritism with regards to making a team or getting play time.
Submitted by student on July 29, 2012

When I applied to ET; I, like many of their current applicants believed that it was an upstanding school. I have had teachers that are very dedicated and good at what they do, however it seems that they are being overriden by teachers who either don't want to do their job, give very little work at all, and make the little work they do give worth a big part of your grade for that class. I've also had teachers who overbear you with work and homework without giving much instruction, and when you ask for any type of assistance they ignore and neglect you. On top of that they are the same teachers who don't offer extra credit. To add on to that, when I notified my parents of a specific teacher that I was having issues with; they tried emailing this teacher, however the teacher didnt respond to their emails. When my parents tried to schedule a meeting with this teacher and an administrator they were given the run around. Even when hundreds of other students were having problems with this teacher, nothing was done. The principal finally found out about the situation with the teacher during the last days of school, when it was due for the teacher to retire.
Submitted by student on January 18, 2012

I am a current student at Eastern Tech and I feel that they are not really teaching us. I feel they are cramming us with information just to pass tests. I have a test every day of every week. They don't even gives us time to learn the material. It is very, very hard. If your reading this and coming to Eastern realize that saying to yourself "I am going to study everyday" is not going to cut it. Almost everyone I know in Allied Health has some kind of anxiety, either it's about taking quiz/test or trying to balance studying time. Every class in Allied Health is important and they are not easy. There is no "easy class". They want you to get involved in extra-curricular studies, but it seems impossible to me because my entire life basically revolves around homework. I wake up at 6:00am and literally do homework till 11:00pm. Not once do I have a chance to sit down and relax for 30min and just hang out. Most of my teachers, like I said, just cram me with information and are not actually teaching me. More and more I see all of this testing intruding in my learning time. Everyday, I question my decision to come here. Is it really worth it?
Submitted by student on November 15, 2011

The school has excellent teachers. most of the class sizes are on the small side. it also offers many things other schools don't such as the chinese program. the bad things are the school is in pretty bad shape they definetly could use a new campus. its sports program is stunning because it doesnt event have a track or fields for the teams to practice on yet they are still successful. unfortunantly the principle is only concerned about the sports and academics are secondary. the worst offense is it doesnt offer activity busses so after school clubs are not existent also the school lunches are absolutly horrible i can barely eat them, their lunch program needs an overhaul.
Submitted by student on July 13, 2011

I went to this school all four years of my high school career. It was by far the best choice I could have made. I was accepted into all three of the magnet high schools to which I applied, but chose Eastern. I played on the football team all four years, and went through the Automotive Technology program. The school's staff and teachers are among the best in the nation. The teachers are really involved with the students. My Automotive teacher was a Master Technician, and was not only a mentor to me, but also taught me almost everything I know. Eastern Tech stands tall and proud over other high schools in the area, and I have so many fond memories of that school. The workload seemed to be a bit much, and would often have me staying up late hours of the night, trying to fit in studying, homework, school, and football. But in the end, I came out much more prepared and motivated than did students from other high schools in general. The school's academia is stellar, and the sports programs are recognized state-wide. I couldn't ask for a better high-school experience.