For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,693 students in 20860, MD.
The top ranked public high school in 20860, MD is Sherwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 20860 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 20860, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20860 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sherwood High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20860, MD Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sherwood High School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
300 Olney-sandy Spring Rd
Sandy Spring, MD 20860
(301) 924-3200
Sandy Spring, MD 20860
(301) 924-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,693 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 20860, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in 20860, MD include Sherwood High School.
How many public high schools are located in 20860?
1 public high schools are located in 20860.
What is the racial composition of students in 20860?
20860 public high schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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