For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,275 students in 21793, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 21793, MD are Walkersville High School and Rock Creek. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21793 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21793, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21793 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Walkersville High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21793, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walkersville High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
81 W Frederick Street
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-7200
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-7200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,203 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Rock Creek
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
55b West Frederick Street
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-8700
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-8700
Gr: PK-12 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 21793, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21793, MD include Walkersville High School and Rock Creek.
How many public high schools are located in 21793?
2 public high schools are located in 21793.
What is the racial composition of students in 21793?
21793 public high schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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