For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 4,768 students in 20874, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 20874, MD are Northwest High School, Seneca Valley High School and Longview School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 20874 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 20874, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20874 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northwest High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20874, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwest High School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13501 Richter Farm Rd
Germantown, MD 20874
(240) 740-7100
Germantown, MD 20874
(240) 740-7100
Gr: 9-12 | 2,300 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Seneca Valley High School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
19401 Crystal Rock Dr
Germantown, MD 20874
(240) 740-6400
Germantown, MD 20874
(240) 740-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,409 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Longview School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13900 Bromfield Rd
Germantown, MD 20874
(240) 740-7830
Germantown, MD 20874
(240) 740-7830
Gr: K-12 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 20874, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 20874, MD include Northwest High School, Seneca Valley High School and Longview School.
How many public high schools are located in 20874?
3 public high schools are located in 20874.
What is the racial composition of students in 20874?
20874 public high schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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