Best 20877 Maryland Public High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 2,454 students in 20877, MD.
The top-ranked public high school in 20877, MD is Gaithersburg High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 20877 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 20877, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20877 have a Graduation Rate of 78%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Gaithersburg High School, with 78% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).

Best 20877, MD Public High Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gaithersburg High School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
101 Education Blvd
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
(301) 284-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 2,454 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 20877, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 20877, MD include Gaithersburg High School.
How many public high schools are located in 20877?
1 public high schools are located in 20877.
What is the racial composition of students in 20877?
20877 public high schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).

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