For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 2,800 students in 21157, MD.
The top ranked public high schools in 21157, MD are Post Secondary Program, Westminster High School and Gateway School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21157 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21157, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21157 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Westminster High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21157, MD Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Post Secondary Program
Alternative School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
495 South Center Street
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3620
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3620
Gr: 12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Westminster High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1225 Washington Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3630
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3630
Gr: 9-12 | 1,480 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Gateway School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
45 Kate Wagner Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3691
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3691
Gr: 9-12 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Carroll Springs School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
495 South Center Street
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3620
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3620
Gr: 1-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Winters Mill High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
560 Gorsuch Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 386-1500
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 386-1500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,142 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #66.
Flexible Student Support
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
45 Kate Wagner Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3691
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3691
Gr: 9-12 | 35 students Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
Carroll County Career & Technology Center
Vocational School
1229 Washington Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3669
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3669
Gr: 11-12
21157, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Carroll County Evening High School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
125 North Court St
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3120
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3120
Carroll County Home & Hospital School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
125 North Court St
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3120
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3120
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 21157, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in 21157, MD include Post Secondary Program, Westminster High School and Gateway School.
How many public high schools are located in 21157?
7 public high schools are located in 21157.
What is the racial composition of students in 21157?
21157 public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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