For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 384 students in Arnold, MD.
The top-ranked public high school in Arnold, MD is Aacps Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arnold, MD public high school have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in Arnold have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Arnold, MD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Aacps Virtual Academy, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Arnold, MD (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aacps Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
241 Peninsula Farm Road
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 544-1082
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 544-1082
Gr: 3-12 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Arnold, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in Arnold, MD include Aacps Virtual Academy.
How many public high schools are located in Arnold?
1 public high schools are located in Arnold.
What is the racial composition of students in Arnold?
Arnold public high schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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