For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,048 students in 20705, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 20705, MD are High Point High School and James E. Duckworth. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 20705 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 20705, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20705 have a Graduation Rate of 55%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is High Point High School, with 55% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20705, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
High Point High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3601 Powder Mill Rd
Beltsville, MD 20705
(301) 572-6400
Beltsville, MD 20705
(301) 572-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,960 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
James E. Duckworth
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11201 Evans Trl
Beltsville, MD 20705
(301) 572-0620
Beltsville, MD 20705
(301) 572-0620
Gr: K-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 20705, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 20705, MD include High Point High School and James E. Duckworth.
How many public high schools are located in 20705?
2 public high schools are located in 20705.
What is the racial composition of students in 20705?
20705 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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