For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,189 students in 21401, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 21401, MD are Annapolis High School, Phoenix Academy and Mary Moss At Adams Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21401 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21401, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21401 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Annapolis High School, with 80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21401, MD Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Annapolis High School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2700 Riva Rd
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 266-5240
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 266-5240
Gr: 9-12 | 2,075 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Phoenix Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
245 Clay Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 222-1650
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 222-1650
Gr: 6-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Mary Moss At Adams Academy
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1411 Cedar Park Rd
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 222-1639
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 222-1639
Gr: K-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
Studio 39
Alternative School
291 Locust Avenue
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 280-1501
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 280-1501
Gr: 9-12
21401, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Annapolis Evening High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2700 Riva Rd
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 224-2924
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 224-2924
Gr: 9-12 | 18 students Minority enrollment: 89%
J. Albert Adams Academy (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
245 Clay Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 222-1639
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 222-1639
Gr: 6-8 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Phoenix Center Annapolis (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
291 Locust Ave
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 222-1650
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 222-1650
Gr: K-12 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 21401, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21401, MD include Annapolis High School, Phoenix Academy and Mary Moss At Adams Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 21401?
4 public high schools are located in 21401.
What is the racial composition of students in 21401?
21401 public high schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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