For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,465 students in 20852, MD.
The top ranked public high schools in 20852, MD are Richard Montgomery High School and Rock Terrace School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 20852 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 20852, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20852 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Maryland average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Richard Montgomery 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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20852, MD Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Richard Montgomery High School
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
250 Richard Montgomery Dr
Rockville, MD 20852
(240) 740-6100
Rockville, MD 20852
(240) 740-6100
Grades: 9-12
| 2,386 students
Rank: #22.
Rock Terrace School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11400 Marcliff Rd
Rockville, MD 20852
(240) 740-4650
Rockville, MD 20852
(240) 740-4650
Grades: 6-12
| 79 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 20852, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in 20852, MD include Richard Montgomery High School and Rock Terrace School.
How many public high schools are located in 20852?
2 public high schools are located in 20852.
What is the racial composition of students in 20852?
20852 public high schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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