For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 2,800 students in 21157, MD.
The top ranked public high schools in 21157, MD are Post Secondary Program, Westminster High School and Gateway School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21157 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21157, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21157 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Maryland average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Westminster 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21157, MD Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Post Secondary Program
Alternative School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
495 South Center Street
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3620
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3620
Grades: 12
| 40 students
Rank: #22.
Westminster High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1225 Washington Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3630
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3630
Grades: 9-12
| 1,480 students
Rank: #33.
Gateway School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
45 Kate Wagner Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3691
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3691
Grades: 9-12
| 81 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Carroll Springs School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
495 South Center Street
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3620
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3620
Grades: 1-12
| 22 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Flexible Student Support
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
45 Kate Wagner Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3691
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3691
Grades: 9-12
| 35 students
Rank: #66.
Winters Mill High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
560 Gorsuch Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 386-1500
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 386-1500
Grades: 9-12
| 1,142 students
Rank: n/an/a
Carroll County Career & Technology Center
Vocational School
1229 Washington Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3669
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3669
Grades: 11-12
| n/a students
21157, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Carroll County Evening High School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
125 North Court St
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3120
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3120
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Carroll County Home & Hospital School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
125 North Court St
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3120
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3120
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 21157, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in 21157, MD include Post Secondary Program, Westminster High School and Gateway School.
How many public high schools are located in 21157?
7 public high schools are located in 21157.
What is the racial composition of students in 21157?
21157 public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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