For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,889 students in 20782, MD (there are 5 private schools, serving 339 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 20782, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20782, MD are Cesar Chavez Elementary School, University Park Elementary School and Edward M. Felegy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20782 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20782, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20782, MD Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cesar Chavez Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6609 Riggs Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 853-5694
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 853-5694
Gr: K-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
University Park Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4315 Underwood St
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1898
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1898
Gr: PK-5 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Edward M. Felegy Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6110 Editors Park Dr
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 386-1610
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 386-1610
Gr: PK-5 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Nicholas Orem Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6100 Editors Park Dr
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 853-0840
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 853-0840
Gr: 6-8 | 1,055 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Northwestern High School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7000 Adelphi Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1820
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1820
Gr: 9-12 | 2,381 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Rosa L. Parks Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6111 Ager Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 445-8090
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 445-8090
Gr: PK-5 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Chillum Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1420 Chillum Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 853-0825
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 853-0825
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
20782, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Northwestern Evening/saturday High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
7000 Adelphi Road
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1460
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1460
Gr: Inquire with school
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20782, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 20782, MD include Cesar Chavez Elementary School, University Park Elementary School and Edward M. Felegy Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20782?
7 public schools are located in 20782.
What percentage of students in 20782 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 20782 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20782?
20782 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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