For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,661 students in 20879, MD.
The top-ranked public high school in 20879, MD is Watkins Mill High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 20879 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 20879, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20879 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Watkins Mill High School, with 81% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20879, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Watkins Mill High School
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10301 Apple Ridge Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(301) 284-4400
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(301) 284-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,661 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 20879, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 20879, MD include Watkins Mill High School.
How many public high schools are located in 20879?
1 public high schools are located in 20879.
What is the racial composition of students in 20879?
20879 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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