Top 3 Best 21221 Maryland Public High Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 4,007 students in 21221, MD.
The top ranked public high schools in 21221, MD are Eastern Technical High School, Kenwood High School and Chesapeake High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21221 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 60% statewide average). High schools in 21221, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21221 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Maryland average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Eastern Technical High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Maryland public high school average of 65% (majority Black).

Best 21221, MD Public High Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Eastern Technical High School
Vocational School
Magnet School
Math: 48% | Reading: 98%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1100 Mace Ave
Essex, MD 21221
(443) 809-0190
Grades: 9-12
| 1,215 students
Rank: #22.
Kenwood High School
Magnet School
Math: 10% | Reading: 43%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
501 Stemmers Run Rd
Essex, MD 21221
(443) 809-0153
Grades: 9-12
| 1,821 students
Rank: #33.
Chesapeake High School
Magnet School
Math: 5% | Reading: 25-29%
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1801 Turkey Point Rd
Essex, MD 21221
(443) 809-0100
Grades: 9-12
| 971 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 21221, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in 21221, MD include Eastern Technical High School, Kenwood High School and Chesapeake High School.
How many public high schools are located in 21221, MD?
3 public high schools are located in 21221, MD.
What is the racial composition of students in 21221, MD?
21221, MD public high schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Maryland public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).

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