For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,909 students in 20745, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 20745, MD are Oxon Hill High School and Potomac High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 20745 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 20745, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20745 have a Graduation Rate of 73%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Oxon Hill High School, with 77% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20745, MD Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oxon Hill High School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6701 Leyte Dr
Oxon Hill, MD 20745
(301) 749-4300
Oxon Hill, MD 20745
(301) 749-4300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,562 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Potomac High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5211 Boydell Ave
Oxon Hill, MD 20745
(301) 702-3900
Oxon Hill, MD 20745
(301) 702-3900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,347 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
20745, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1616 Owens Rd
Oxon Hill, MD 20745
(301) 702-3860
Oxon Hill, MD 20745
(301) 702-3860
Gr: PK-6 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 20745, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 20745, MD include Oxon Hill High School and Potomac High School.
How many public high schools are located in 20745?
2 public high schools are located in 20745.
What is the racial composition of students in 20745?
20745 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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