For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,870 students in 21045, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 21045, MD are Oakland Mills High School and Long Reach High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21045 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21045, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21045 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Oakland Mills High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21045, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakland Mills High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9410 Kilimanjaro Rd
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-6945
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-6945
Gr: 9-12 | 1,422 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Long Reach High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6101 Old Dobbin Ln
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-7117
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-7117
Gr: 9-12 | 1,448 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
21045, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6700 Cradlerock Way
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-7601
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-7601
Gr: PK-8 | 932 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
6700 Cradlewrock Way
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-7607
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-7607
Gr: 6-8 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 21045, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21045, MD include Oakland Mills High School and Long Reach High School.
How many public high schools are located in 21045?
2 public high schools are located in 21045.
What is the racial composition of students in 21045?
21045 public high schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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