For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 619 students in 21853, MD.
The top-ranked public high school in 21853, MD is Washington Academy And High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 21853 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21853, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21853 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Washington Academy And High School, with 70-74% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21853, MD Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Academy And High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10902 Old Princess Anne Rd
Princess Anne, MD 21853
(410) 651-0480
Princess Anne, MD 21853
(410) 651-0480
Gr: 8-12 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 21853, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21853, MD include Washington Academy And High School.
How many public high schools are located in 21853?
1 public high schools are located in 21853.
What is the racial composition of students in 21853?
21853 public high schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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