For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,432 students in Pylesville, MD.
The top ranked public schools in Pylesville, MD are North Harford Elementary School, North Harford High School and North Harford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pylesville, MD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Pylesville have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Pylesville, MD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Harford Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
120 Pylesville Rd
Pylesville, MD 21132
(410) 638-3670
Pylesville, MD 21132
(410) 638-3670
Grades: PK-5
| 404 students
Rank: #22.
North Harford High School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
211 Pylesville Rd
Pylesville, MD 21132
(410) 638-3650
Pylesville, MD 21132
(410) 638-3650
Grades: 9-12
| 1,161 students
Rank: #33.
North Harford Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
112 Pylesville Rd
Pylesville, MD 21132
(410) 638-3658
Pylesville, MD 21132
(410) 638-3658
Grades: 6-8
| 867 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Pylesville, MD?
The top ranked public schools in Pylesville, MD include North Harford Elementary School, North Harford High School and North Harford Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Pylesville?
3 public schools are located in Pylesville.
What is the racial composition of students in Pylesville?
Pylesville public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Pylesville are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Pylesville include: North Harford Elementary School vs. North Harford Middle School
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