For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,854 students in 20902, MD.
The top ranked public high schools in 20902, MD are Mcps Transitions School and John F. Kennedy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 20902 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 20902, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20902 have a Graduation Rate of 78%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is John F. Kennedy High School, with 78% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20902, MD Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcps Transitions School
Special Education School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥80% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11721 Kemp Mill Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-5900
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-5900
Gr: 12
Rank: #22.
John F. Kennedy High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1901 Randolph Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-0100
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-0100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,854 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 20902, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in 20902, MD include Mcps Transitions School and John F. Kennedy High School.
How many public high schools are located in 20902?
2 public high schools are located in 20902.
What is the racial composition of students in 20902?
20902 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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