For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,137 students in Riverdale, MD.
The top ranked public high schools in Riverdale, MD are Parkdale High School and College Park Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Riverdale, MD public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 60% statewide average). High schools in Riverdale have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Riverdale, MD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Maryland average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is College Park Academy, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Riverdale, MD (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Parkdale High School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6001 Good Luck Rd
Riverdale, MD 20737
(301) 513-5700
Riverdale, MD 20737
(301) 513-5700
Grades: 9-12
| 2,460 students
Rank: #22.
College Park Academy
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5751 Rivertech Ct
Riverdale, MD 20737
(240) 696-3206
Riverdale, MD 20737
(240) 696-3206
Grades: 6-12
| 677 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Riverdale, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in Riverdale, MD include Parkdale High School and College Park Academy.
How many public high schools are located in Riverdale, MD?
2 public high schools are located in Riverdale, MD.
What is the racial composition of students in Riverdale, MD?
Riverdale, MD public high schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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