For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,949 students in 20850, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 20850, MD are Thomas S. Wootton High School and John L Gildner Regional Inst For Children & Adol. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 20850 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 20850, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20850 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Thomas S. Wootton High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20850, MD Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas S. Wootton High School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2100 Wootton Pkwy
Rockville, MD 20850
(240) 740-1500
Rockville, MD 20850
(240) 740-1500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,870 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
John L Gildner Regional Inst For Children & Adol
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15000 Broschart Rd
Rockville, MD 20850
(301) 251-6900
Rockville, MD 20850
(301) 251-6900
Gr: 4-12 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
20850, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Gateway To College Program High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
850 Hungerford Dr
Rockville, MD 20850
(240) 453-2490
Rockville, MD 20850
(240) 453-2490
Gr: 12 | 3 students
Montgomery County Evening High School Centers (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
850 Hungerford Dr Cesc Rm 167
Rockville, MD 20850
(301) 517-5005
Rockville, MD 20850
(301) 517-5005
Gr: K-2
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 20850, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 20850, MD include Thomas S. Wootton High School and John L Gildner Regional Inst For Children & Adol.
How many public high schools are located in 20850?
2 public high schools are located in 20850.
What is the racial composition of students in 20850?
20850 public high schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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