For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,886 students in 21001, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 21001, MD are Aberdeen High School, Center For Educational Opportunity and Swan Creek School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21001 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21001, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21001 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Aberdeen High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21001, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aberdeen High School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
251 Paradise Rd
Aberdeen, MD 21001
(410) 273-5500
Aberdeen, MD 21001
(410) 273-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,396 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Center For Educational Opportunity
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
253 Paradise Rd
Aberdeen, MD 21001
(410) 273-5594
Aberdeen, MD 21001
(410) 273-5594
Gr: 6-12 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Swan Creek School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
253 Paradise Road
Aberdeen, MD 21001
(410) 273-5594
Aberdeen, MD 21001
(410) 273-5594
Gr: 2-12 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 21001, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21001, MD include Aberdeen High School, Center For Educational Opportunity and Swan Creek School.
How many public high schools are located in 21001?
3 public high schools are located in 21001.
What is the racial composition of students in 21001?
21001 public high schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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