For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,558 students in 21742, MD.
The top-ranked public high school in 21742, MD is North Hagerstown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 21742 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21742, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21742 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Hagerstown High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21742, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Hagerstown High School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1200 Pennsylvania Ave
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8238
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8238
Gr: 9-12 | 1,558 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
21742, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
11402 Robinwood Dr
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 791-4332
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 791-4332
Gr: PK | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 21742, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21742, MD include North Hagerstown High School.
How many public high schools are located in 21742?
1 public high schools are located in 21742.
What is the racial composition of students in 21742?
21742 public high schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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