For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,622 students in Derwood, MD.
The top ranked public high school in Derwood, MD is Col. Zadok Magruder High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Derwood, MD public high school have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in Derwood have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public high schools.
Derwood, MD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Col. Zadok Magruder High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Derwood, MD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Col. Zadok Magruder High School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5939 Muncaster Mill Rd
Derwood, MD 20855
(240) 740-5550
Derwood, MD 20855
(240) 740-5550
Gr: 9-12 | 1,622 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Derwood, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in Derwood, MD include Col. Zadok Magruder High School.
How many public high schools are located in Derwood?
1 public high schools are located in Derwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Derwood?
Derwood public high schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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