For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 943 students in 20744, MD.
The top-ranked public high school in 20744, MD is Friendly High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 20744 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 20744, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20744 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Friendly High School, with 75-79% 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 Black), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20744, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Friendly High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10000 Allentown Rd
Fort Washington, MD 20744
(301) 449-4900
Fort Washington, MD 20744
(301) 449-4900
Gr: 9-12 | 943 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
20744, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8700 Allentown Rd
Fort Washington, MD 20744
(301) 449-4940
Fort Washington, MD 20744
(301) 449-4940
Gr: 6-8 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
12500 Fort Washington Rd
Fort Washington, MD 20744
(301) 203-1114
Fort Washington, MD 20744
(301) 203-1114
Gr: PK-6 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 20744, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 20744, MD include Friendly High School.
How many public high schools are located in 20744?
1 public high schools are located in 20744.
What is the racial composition of students in 20744?
20744 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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