Best 21520 Maryland Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 439 students in 21520, MD.
The top-ranked public high school in 21520, MD is Northern Garrett High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 21520 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21520, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21520 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northern Garrett High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).

Best 21520, MD Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northern Garrett High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
86 Pride Pkwy
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8668
Gr: 9-12 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 21520 Maryland

21520, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
86 Pride Pkwy
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8668
Gr: 10 | 1 student

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 21520, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21520, MD include Northern Garrett High School.
How many public high schools are located in 21520?
1 public high schools are located in 21520.
What is the racial composition of students in 21520?
21520 public high schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).

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