For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,789 students in 21037, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 21037, MD are South River High School and Central Special School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21037 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21037, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21037 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South River 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21037, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South River High School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
201 Central Ave E
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5600
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,680 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Central Special School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
140 Stepney Ln
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5885
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5885
Gr: PK-12 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: n/an/a
Center Of Applied Technology-south
Vocational School
211 Central Ave E
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5900
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5900
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 21037, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21037, MD include South River High School and Central Special School.
How many public high schools are located in 21037?
3 public high schools are located in 21037.
What is the racial composition of students in 21037?
21037 public high schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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