For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,454 students in 21117, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 21117, MD are Owings Mills High School and New Town High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21117 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21117, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21117 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is New Town High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21117, MD Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Owings Mills High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
124 Tollgate Rd
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(443) 809-1700
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(443) 809-1700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,040 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
New Town High School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4931 New Town Blvd
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 887-0000
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 887-0000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,414 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 21117, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21117, MD include Owings Mills High School and New Town High School.
How many public high schools are located in 21117?
2 public high schools are located in 21117.
What is the racial composition of students in 21117?
21117 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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