For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 36 students in 20724, MD.
Public high schools in zipcode 20724 have a diversity score of 0.11, which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 0.73.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20724, MD Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Maya Angelou Academy At New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8400 River Rd
Laurel, MD 20724
(202) 299-3227
Laurel, MD 20724
(202) 299-3227
Grades: 7-12
| 36 students
20724, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
3201 Oak Hill Dr
Laurel, MD 20724
(240) 456-5080
Laurel, MD 20724
(240) 456-5080
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Oakhill (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
3201 Oak Hill Dr
Laurel, MD 20724
(301) 497-8303
Laurel, MD 20724
(301) 497-8303
Grades: 6-12
| 149 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 20724, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in 20724, MD include Maya Angelou Academy At New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill.
How many public high schools are located in 20724?
1 public high schools are located in 20724.
What is the racial composition of students in 20724?
20724 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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