For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 9,266 students in Upper Marlboro, MD.
The top ranked public high schools in Upper Marlboro, MD are Academy Of Health Sciences At Pgcc, Charles Herbert Flowers High School and Frederick Douglass High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Upper Marlboro, MD public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in Upper Marlboro have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Upper Marlboro, MD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Maryland average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Academy Of Health Sciences At Pgcc, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Upper Marlboro, MD (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Academy Of Health Sciences At Pgcc
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
301 Largo Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 546-7247
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 546-7247
Grades: 9-12
| 467 students
Rank: #22.
Charles Herbert Flowers High School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10001 Ardwick-ardmore Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 636-8000
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 636-8000
Grades: 9-12
| 2,569 students
Rank: #33.
Frederick Douglass High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8000 Croom Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 952-2400
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 952-2400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,159 students
Rank: #44.
Chesapeake Math And It South Public Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9822 Fallard Ct
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(240) 573-7250
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(240) 573-7250
Grades: K-12
| 1,486 students
Rank: #55.
Largo High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
505 Largo Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 808-8880
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 808-8880
Grades: 9-12
| 939 students
Rank: #66.
Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12650 Brooke Ln
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 780-2100
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 780-2100
Grades: 9-12
| 2,257 students
Rank: #77.
International High School Largo
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
505 Largo Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 702-3810
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 702-3810
Grades: 9-12
| 389 students
Upper Marlboro, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Incarcerated Youth Center (Jacs) (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
13400 Dille Dr
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 430-5828
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 430-5828
Grades: 9-12
| 18 students
Possibility Stem Preparatory Academy (Closed 2012)
Charter School
601 Largo Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 621-6015
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 621-6015
Grades: 6-8
| 419 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Upper Marlboro, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in Upper Marlboro, MD include Academy Of Health Sciences At Pgcc, Charles Herbert Flowers High School and Frederick Douglass High School.
How many public high schools are located in Upper Marlboro?
7 public high schools are located in Upper Marlboro.
What is the racial composition of students in Upper Marlboro?
Upper Marlboro public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 67% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Upper Marlboro are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Upper Marlboro include: Largo High School vs. Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School, Frederick Douglass High School vs. Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School
Recent Articles
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.