For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,880 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 69% (majority Black).
Best 20902, MD Public High Schools (2026)
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 | 1,880 students 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 69% (majority Black).
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