For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,238 students in Ridgely, MD.
The top-ranked public high school in Ridgely, MD is North Caroline High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ridgely, MD public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in Ridgely have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Ridgely, MD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Caroline High School, with 84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Ridgely, MD (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Caroline High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10990 River Rd
Ridgely, MD 21660
(410) 479-2332
Ridgely, MD 21660
(410) 479-2332
Gr: 9-12 | 1,238 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
Caroline Career & Technology Center
Vocational School
10855 Central Ave
Ridgely, MD 21660
(410) 479-0100
Ridgely, MD 21660
(410) 479-0100
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Ridgely, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in Ridgely, MD include North Caroline High School.
How many public high schools are located in Ridgely?
2 public high schools are located in Ridgely.
What is the racial composition of students in Ridgely?
Ridgely public high schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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