For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 823 students in Thurmont, MD.
The top-ranked public high school in Thurmont, MD is Catoctin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Thurmont, MD public high school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in Thurmont have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Thurmont, MD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Catoctin High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Thurmont, MD (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Catoctin High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14745 Sabillasville Rd
Thurmont, MD 21788
(227) 203-3150
Thurmont, MD 21788
(227) 203-3150
Gr: 9-12 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Thurmont, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in Thurmont, MD include Catoctin High School.
How many public high schools are located in Thurmont?
1 public high schools are located in Thurmont.
What is the racial composition of students in Thurmont?
Thurmont public high schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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