For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 4,097 students in 20852, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 20852, MD are Richard Montgomery High School, Northwood High School and Rock Terrace School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 20852 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 20852, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20852 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Richard Montgomery 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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20852, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richard Montgomery High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
250 Richard Montgomery Dr
Rockville, MD 20852
(240) 740-6100
Rockville, MD 20852
(240) 740-6100
Gr: 9-12 | 2,366 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Northwood High School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11211 Old Georgetown Rd
Rockville, MD 20852
(240) 740-6950
Rockville, MD 20852
(240) 740-6950
Gr: 9-12 | 1,654 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Rock Terrace School
Special Education School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11400 Marcliff Rd
Rockville, MD 20852
(240) 740-4650
Rockville, MD 20852
(240) 740-4650
Gr: 6-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 20852, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 20852, MD include Richard Montgomery High School, Northwood High School and Rock Terrace School.
How many public high schools are located in 20852?
3 public high schools are located in 20852.
What is the racial composition of students in 20852?
20852 public high schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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