For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,096 students in 20603, MD.
The top ranked public high schools in 20603, MD are North Point High School and Westlake High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 20603 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 20603, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20603 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Maryland average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Point High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 20603, MD Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Point High School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2500 Davis Rd
Waldorf, MD 20603
(301) 753-1759
Waldorf, MD 20603
(301) 753-1759
Grades: 9-12
| 1,867 students
Rank: #22.
Westlake High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Middletown Rd
Waldorf, MD 20603
(301) 645-8857
Waldorf, MD 20603
(301) 645-8857
Grades: 9-12
| 1,229 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 20603, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in 20603, MD include North Point High School and Westlake High School.
How many public high schools are located in 20603?
2 public high schools are located in 20603.
What is the racial composition of students in 20603?
20603 public high schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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