For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,305 students in 20781, MD.
The top-ranked public middle school in 20781, MD is Hyattsville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 20781 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20781, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).
Best 20781, MD Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hyattsville Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6001 42nd Ave
Hyattsville, MD 20781
(301) 209-5830
Hyattsville, MD 20781
(301) 209-5830
Gr: 6-8 | 1,305 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 20781, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20781, MD include Hyattsville Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20781?
1 public middle schools are located in 20781.
What is the racial composition of students in 20781?
20781 public middle schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).
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