Best Derwood Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,622 students in Derwood, MD.
The top-ranked public high school in Derwood, MD is Col. Zadok Magruder High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Derwood, MD public high school have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in Derwood have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public high schools.
Derwood, MD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Col. Zadok Magruder High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).

Best Public High Schools in Derwood, MD (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Col. Zadok Magruder High School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5939 Muncaster Mill Rd
Derwood, MD 20855
(240) 740-5550
Gr: 9-12 | 1,622 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Derwood, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in Derwood, MD include Col. Zadok Magruder High School.
How many public high schools are located in Derwood?
1 public high schools are located in Derwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Derwood?
Derwood public high schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).

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