For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,185 students in North East, MD.
The top ranked public high schools in North East, MD are Rising Sun High School and North East High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
North East, MD public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in North East have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public high schools.
North East, MD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Maryland average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Rising Sun 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in North East, MD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rising Sun High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Tiger Dr
North East, MD 21901
(410) 658-9115
North East, MD 21901
(410) 658-9115
Grades: 9-12
| 1,088 students
Rank: #22.
North East High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Irishtown Rd
North East, MD 21901
(410) 996-6200
North East, MD 21901
(410) 996-6200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,097 students
North East, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
North East Evening High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
300 Irishtown Rd
North East, MD 21901
(410) 996-6200
North East, MD 21901
(410) 996-6200
Grades: 12
| 3 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in North East, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in North East, MD include Rising Sun High School and North East High School.
How many public high schools are located in North East?
2 public high schools are located in North East.
What is the racial composition of students in North East?
North East public high schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in North East are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in North East include: North East High School vs. Rising Sun High School
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