For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 5,006 students in 20901, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 20901, MD are Montgomery Blair High School and Northwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 20901 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 20901, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20901 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is equal to the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Montgomery Blair High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20901, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Montgomery Blair High School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
51 University Blvd E
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-7200
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-7200
Gr: 9-12 | 3,261 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Northwood High School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
919 University Blvd W
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-6950
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-6950
Gr: 9-12 | 1,745 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 20901, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 20901, MD include Montgomery Blair High School and Northwood High School.
How many public high schools are located in 20901?
2 public high schools are located in 20901.
What is the racial composition of students in 20901?
20901 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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