For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,185 students in 21901, MD.
The top ranked public high schools in 21901, MD are Rising Sun High School and North East High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21901 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21901, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21901 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Maryland average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Rising Sun High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21901, MD Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rising Sun High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Tiger Dr
North East, MD 21901
(410) 658-9115
North East, MD 21901
(410) 658-9115
Grades: 9-12
| 1,088 students
Rank: #22.
North East High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Irishtown Rd
North East, MD 21901
(410) 996-6200
North East, MD 21901
(410) 996-6200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,097 students
21901, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
North East Evening High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
300 Irishtown Rd
North East, MD 21901
(410) 996-6200
North East, MD 21901
(410) 996-6200
Grades: 12
| 3 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 21901, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in 21901, MD include Rising Sun High School and North East High School.
How many public high schools are located in 21901?
2 public high schools are located in 21901.
What is the racial composition of students in 21901?
21901 public high schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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