For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 5,006 students in 20901, MD.
The top ranked public high schools in 20901, MD are Montgomery Blair High School and Northwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 20901 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 20901, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20901 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is equal to the Maryland average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Montgomery Blair High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20901, MD Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Montgomery Blair High School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
51 University Blvd E
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-7200
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-7200
Grades: 9-12
| 3,261 students
Rank: #22.
Northwood High School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
919 University Blvd W
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-6950
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-6950
Grades: 9-12
| 1,745 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 20901, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in 20901, MD include Montgomery Blair High School and Northwood High School.
How many public high schools are located in 20901?
2 public high schools are located in 20901.
What is the racial composition of students in 20901?
20901 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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