For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,217 students in La Plata, MD.
The top ranked public high school in La Plata, MD is La Plata High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
La Plata, MD public high school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in La Plata have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public high schools.
La Plata, MD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is La Plata High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in La Plata, MD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
La Plata High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6035 Radio Station Rd
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-1100
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-1100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,217 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in La Plata, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in La Plata, MD include La Plata High School.
How many public high schools are located in La Plata?
1 public high schools are located in La Plata.
What is the racial composition of students in La Plata?
La Plata public high schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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