For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,278 students in College Park, MD (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,314 private students). 49% of all K-12 students in College Park, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in College Park, MD are Paint Branch Elementary School, Berwyn Heights Elementary School and Hollywood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
College Park, MD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in College Park have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in College Park, MD (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Paint Branch Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5101 Pierce Ave
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 513-5300
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 513-5300
Grades: PK-6
| 364 students
Rank: #22.
Berwyn Heights Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6200 Pontiac St
College Park, MD 20740
(240) 684-6210
College Park, MD 20740
(240) 684-6210
Grades: K-6
| 436 students
Rank: #33.
Hollywood Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9811 49th Ave
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 513-5900
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 513-5900
Grades: PK-5
| 478 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in College Park, MD?
The top ranked public schools in College Park, MD include Paint Branch Elementary School, Berwyn Heights Elementary School and Hollywood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in College Park, MD?
3 public schools are located in College Park, MD.
What percentage of students in College Park, MD go to public school?
49% of all K-12 students in College Park, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in College Park, MD?
College Park, MD public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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