For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 4,417 students in Gwynn Oak, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in Gwynn Oak, MD are Milford Mill Academy, Woodlawn High School and Forest Park High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gwynn Oak, MD public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in Gwynn Oak have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Gwynn Oak, MD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Milford Mill Academy, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Gwynn Oak, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Milford Mill Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3800 Washington Ave
Gwynn Oak, MD 21207
(443) 809-0660
Gwynn Oak, MD 21207
(443) 809-0660
Gr: 9-12 | 1,471 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Woodlawn High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Woodlawn Dr
Gwynn Oak, MD 21207
(443) 809-1309
Gwynn Oak, MD 21207
(443) 809-1309
Gr: 9-12 | 1,922 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Forest Park High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3701 Eldorado Avenue
Gwynn Oak, MD 21207
(410) 396-0753
Gwynn Oak, MD 21207
(410) 396-0753
Gr: 9-12 | 1,024 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Gwynn Oak, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in Gwynn Oak, MD include Milford Mill Academy, Woodlawn High School and Forest Park High School.
How many public high schools are located in Gwynn Oak?
3 public high schools are located in Gwynn Oak.
What is the racial composition of students in Gwynn Oak?
Gwynn Oak public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Gwynn Oak are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Gwynn Oak include: Woodlawn High School vs. Milford Mill Academy, Milford Mill Academy vs. Woodlawn High School
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