For the 2024 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 750 students in 20743, MD.
The top ranked public high school in 20743, MD is Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 20743 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 60% statewide average). High schools in 20743, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20743 have a Graduation Rate of 57%, which is less than the Maryland average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central High School, with 55-59% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 20743, MD Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 Cabin Branch Rd
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 499-7080
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 499-7080
Grades: 9-12
| 750 students
20743, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4400 Shell St
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 817-0460
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 817-0460
Grades: PK-6
| 275 students
Lyndon Hill Elementary School (Closed 2006)
Magnet School
6181 Central Ave
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 808-4034
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 808-4034
Grades: PK
| 294 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 20743, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in 20743, MD include Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in 20743, MD?
1 public high schools are located in 20743, MD.
What is the racial composition of students in 20743, MD?
20743, MD public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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