For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 2,381 students in 20782, MD.
The top ranked public high school in 20782, MD is Northwestern High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 20782 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 20782, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20782 have a Graduation Rate of 71%, which is less than the Maryland average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northwestern High School, with 71% 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 Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20782, MD Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northwestern High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7000 Adelphi Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1820
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1820
Grades: 9-12
| 2,381 students
20782, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Northwestern Evening/saturday High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
7000 Adelphi Road
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1460
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1460
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 20782, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in 20782, MD include Northwestern High School.
How many public high schools are located in 20782?
1 public high schools are located in 20782.
What is the racial composition of students in 20782?
20782 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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