For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,155 students in Brandywine, MD.
The top-ranked public high school in Brandywine, MD is Gwynn Park High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Brandywine, MD public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 3% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in Brandywine have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Brandywine, MD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Gwynn Park High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Brandywine, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gwynn Park High School
Magnet School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
13800 Brandywine Rd
Brandywine, MD 20613
(301) 372-0140
Brandywine, MD 20613
(301) 372-0140
Gr: 9-12 | 1,155 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
William Schmidt Environmental Center
Alternative School
18501 Aquasco Rd
Brandywine, MD 20613
(301) 888-1185
Brandywine, MD 20613
(301) 888-1185
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Brandywine, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in Brandywine, MD include Gwynn Park High School.
How many public high schools are located in Brandywine?
2 public high schools are located in Brandywine.
What is the racial composition of students in Brandywine?
Brandywine public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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