For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,768 students in 21044, MD.
The top ranked public high schools in 21044, MD are Atholton High School and Wilde Lake High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21044 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21044, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21044 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Maryland average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Atholton High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21044, MD Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Atholton High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6520 Freetown Rd
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-7065
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-7065
Grades: 9-12
| 1,498 students
Rank: #22.
Wilde Lake High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5460 Trumpeter Rd
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6965
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6965
Grades: 9-12
| 1,270 students
21044, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
10960 Grantchester Way
Columbia, MD 21044
(800) 382-6010
Columbia, MD 21044
(800) 382-6010
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 21044, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in 21044, MD include Atholton High School and Wilde Lake High School.
How many public high schools are located in 21044?
2 public high schools are located in 21044.
What is the racial composition of students in 21044?
21044 public high schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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