For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 706 students in 21837, MD.
The top-ranked public high school in 21837, MD is Mardela Middle & High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 21837 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21837, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21837 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mardela Middle & High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21837, MD Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mardela Middle & High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
24940 Delmar Rd
Mardela Springs, MD 21837
(410) 677-5142
Mardela Springs, MD 21837
(410) 677-5142
Gr: 6-12 | 706 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 21837, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21837, MD include Mardela Middle & High School.
How many public high schools are located in 21837?
1 public high schools are located in 21837.
What is the racial composition of students in 21837?
21837 public high schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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