For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,975 students in 21045, MD.
The top ranked public high schools in 21045, MD are Oakland Mills High School and Long Reach High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21045 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 55% statewide average). High schools in 21045, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21045 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Oakland Mills High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 21045, MD Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oakland Mills High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9410 Kilimanjaro Rd
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-6945
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-6945
Grades: 9-12
| 1,336 students
Rank: #22.
Long Reach High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6101 Old Dobbin Ln
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-7117
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-7117
Grades: 9-12
| 1,639 students
21045, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6700 Cradlerock Way
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-7601
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-7601
Grades: PK-8
| 932 students
6700 Cradlewrock Way
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-7607
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-7607
Grades: 6-8
| 543 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 21045, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in 21045, MD include Oakland Mills High School and Long Reach High School.
How many public high schools are located in 21045, MD?
2 public high schools are located in 21045, MD.
What is the racial composition of students in 21045, MD?
21045, MD public high schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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