For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,118 students in Leonardtown, MD.
The top-ranked public high school in Leonardtown, MD is Leonardtown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Leonardtown, MD public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in Leonardtown have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public high schools.
Leonardtown, MD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Leonardtown 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 Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Leonardtown, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leonardtown High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
23995 Point Lookout Rd
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(301) 475-0200
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(301) 475-0200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,118 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
Dr. James A. Forrest Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
24005 Point Lookout Rd
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(301) 475-0242
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(301) 475-0242
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Leonardtown, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in Leonardtown, MD include Leonardtown High School.
How many public high schools are located in Leonardtown?
2 public high schools are located in Leonardtown.
What is the racial composition of students in Leonardtown?
Leonardtown public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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