For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 2,150 students in 20878, MD.
The top-ranked public high school in 20878, MD is Quince Orchard High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 20878 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 20878, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20878 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Quince Orchard High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20878, MD Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Quince Orchard High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15800 Quince Orchard Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
(240) 740-3600
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
(240) 740-3600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,150 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 20878, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 20878, MD include Quince Orchard High School.
How many public high schools are located in 20878?
1 public high schools are located in 20878.
What is the racial composition of students in 20878?
20878 public high schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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