2022 Best public high schools in Carroll County

• Carroll County Public Schools, MD•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.09 out of 5  376 reviews

Junior: I enjoyed Century High School because it was a very welcoming environment the minute I stepped into the building. Coming from middle school to high school changed my perspective drastically. It was okay to be different and it was okay to be smart. I am a shy person and coming to a school with over 1000 kids made my anxiety skyrocket but the people there helped me find my place. One thing I would tell anyone who is just coming in to high school is that everyone finds a place with the right people and the right teachers so do not be afraid of those seniors running through the halls they are actually very sweet! Another tip would be to get involved, it is nerve-racking at first but it is so worth it. Century does a great job of getting the word out or join clubs because the students make lifelong friends there. Best decision ever to attend Century!... Read 376 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,135

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Carroll County Public Schools, MD•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  217 reviews

Senior: I actually really enjoyed going to Liberty. The teachers here are, for the most part, really wonderful people who genuinely care about their students. The teachers are all wonderful, the sports teams are pretty good, and overall the students aren't too bad either. Though I'm not blaming the school for that. Unfortunately, when I tried to participate in several extracurriculars, I was told no because certain sports refused to compromise. Having to pick between two of my interests was not very fun, and at that point it was too late to decide. I was given an unfair ultimatum, and I hope that this can improve. Otherwise though, Liberty has been a very nice school that I have loved.... Read 217 reviews

• grade A

• Students 993

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Carroll County Public Schools, MD•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.86 out of 5  279 reviews

Senior: Overall, Westminster high school was a fun experience for me! Our athletic programs are very strong, and there is a strong sense of community and school pride. A majority of the falculty is helpful and wants to see students succeed. We are the only school in our county that offers an extensive sign language program which is highly recommended among students. We have a variety of clubs to get involved in all throughout the year, however it would be nice if the administration eliminated the club schedule which allows clubs to only meet once a month, which is not frequent enough.... Read 279 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,515

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Carroll County Public Schools, MD•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.53 out of 5  277 reviews

Senior: South Carroll has a very strong science and history department. A majority of the teachers are willing to help the students succeed. As a student who is planning on majoring in science in college, I have never felt underprepared. However, I have not had a great experience with the math or English departments. There are ample opportunities for everyone at South Carroll through clubs and sports. This year there was a large push for school culture and school spirit because of everyone coming back after the Covid pandemic. I have never felt unsafe in the school, not even when there were supposed threats to the school. An issue I do have with the school is its diversity. Carroll County is a very Caucasian-centered area but at South Carroll especially, we have some very racist students that aren't reprimanded for the comments they make. Personally, if I wasn't Caucasian, I would not want to attend South Carroll.... Read 277 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 984

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Carroll County Public Schools, MD•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.73 out of 5  167 reviews

Sophomore: Winters Mill is an amazing place to be, have it be the education, staff, and extracurriculars. The first and foremost thing I would like to mention is the counselors. A couple of months ago I was diagnosed with depression and anxiety. They have been very understanding and even with my struggles, with their help I have been so happy here at this school! Another thing I have immense appreciation for is the understanding if a student gets lost. The Corona Virus has been rough on everyone, so finding the way around the school is hard. Luckily, any time I got lost a staff member helped me immediately! The bathrooms and cafeteria are always clean, another props to the staff working here. Thanks to the teachers and staff, my education process can't be any better! The only thing I'd like to change is the school food, which I have thought about donating money towards once I get a college education and enough money. Overall, I'm really happy with my experience here at Winters Mill.... Read 167 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 1,080

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Carroll County Public Schools, MD•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.85 out of 5  215 reviews

Alum: The overall atmosphere and people at Manchester Valley made my time there very special. I wouldn’t have been as successful as I was without the help of all the staff and my classmates as well. The four years I spent there were some of the best years ever and I will cherish them forever. If I could go back, I would. Great school, great community, great education. Go mavs!... Read 215 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 1,321

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Carroll County Public Schools, MD•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.6 out of 5  186 reviews

Parent: The teachers, and staff are amazing! The communication is outstanding including daily emails with updates and other important information and events. The school spirit is beyond anything I have ever seen elsewhere! Great community involvement!... Read 186 reviews

• grade B

• Students 885

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Carroll County Public Schools, MD•

• 9-12

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  Rating 5 out of 5  2 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 51

• Student-teacher ratio 3:1

• Carroll County Public Schools, MD•

• 9-12

• grade unavailable

• Students 32

• Student-teacher ratio —

• Carroll County Public Schools, MD•

• 12

• grade unavailable

• Students 50

• Student-teacher ratio —

• Carroll County Public Schools, MD•

• PK, 1-12

• grade unavailable

• Students 28

• Student-teacher ratio 2:1