For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,661 students in 20879, MD.
The top ranked public high school in 20879, MD is Watkins Mill High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 20879 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 20879, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20879 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Maryland average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Watkins Mill High School, with 83% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20879, MD Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Watkins Mill High School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10301 Apple Ridge Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(301) 284-4400
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(301) 284-4400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,661 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 20879, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in 20879, MD include Watkins Mill High School.
How many public high schools are located in 20879?
1 public high schools are located in 20879.
What is the racial composition of students in 20879?
20879 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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