For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,130 students in Pomfret, MD.
The top ranked public high schools in Pomfret, MD are Robert D. Stethem Educational Center and Maurice J. Mcdonough High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pomfret, MD public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in Pomfret have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Pomfret, MD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Maryland average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Maurice J. Mcdonough High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Pomfret, MD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Robert D. Stethem Educational Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7775 Marshall Corner Rd
Pomfret, MD 20675
(301) 932-1003
Pomfret, MD 20675
(301) 932-1003
Grades: 5-12
| n/a students
Rank: #22.
Maurice J. Mcdonough High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7165 Marshall Corner Rd
Pomfret, MD 20675
(301) 934-2944
Pomfret, MD 20675
(301) 934-2944
Grades: 9-12
| 1,130 students
Pomfret, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Charles County Career & Technology Center (Closed 2006)
Vocational School
7775 Marshall Corner Rd
Pomfret, MD 20675
(301) 934-9061
Pomfret, MD 20675
(301) 934-9061
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Pomfret, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in Pomfret, MD include Robert D. Stethem Educational Center and Maurice J. Mcdonough High School.
How many public high schools are located in Pomfret?
2 public high schools are located in Pomfret.
What is the racial composition of students in Pomfret?
Pomfret public high schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Pomfret are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Pomfret include: Robert D. Stethem Educational Center vs. Maurice J. Mcdonough High School
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