For the 2026 school year, there are 27 top school districts in Maryland, serving 890,359 students.
The most diverse district is Howard County School District, with a diversity score of 0.77.
The largest school district is Montgomery County School District, serving 160,127 students.
The highest graduation rate school district is Talbot County School District, with 97% graduation rate.
Top Maryland School Districts (2026)
School District
# Students
Diversity Score
Graduation %
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