For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,478 students in Owings, MD.
The top-ranked public high school in Owings, MD is Northern High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Owings, MD public high school have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in Owings have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public high schools.
Owings, MD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northern High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Owings, MD (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northern High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2950 Chaneyville Rd
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-8950
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-8950
Gr: 9-12 | 1,478 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Owings, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in Owings, MD include Northern High School.
How many public high schools are located in Owings?
1 public high schools are located in Owings.
What is the racial composition of students in Owings?
Owings public high schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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