For the 2025 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 36% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21793, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21793 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Maryland average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Walkersville High School, with 96% 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Walkersville High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
81 W Frederick Street
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-7200
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-7200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,203 students
Rank: #22.
Rock Creek
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
55b West Frederick Street
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-8700
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-8700
Grades: PK-12
| 72 students
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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