For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 5,322 students in 20737, MD.
The top-ranked public schools in 20737, MD are College Park Academy, Parkdale High School and Beacon Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20737 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20737, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20737, MD Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
College Park Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5751 Rivertech Ct
Riverdale, MD 20737
(240) 696-3206
Riverdale, MD 20737
(240) 696-3206
Gr: 6-12 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Parkdale High School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6001 Good Luck Rd
Riverdale, MD 20737
(301) 513-5700
Riverdale, MD 20737
(301) 513-5700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,588 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Beacon Heights Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6929 Furman Pkwy
Riverdale, MD 20737
(301) 918-8700
Riverdale, MD 20737
(301) 918-8700
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Riverdale Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5006 Riverdale Rd
Riverdale, MD 20737
(301) 985-1850
Riverdale, MD 20737
(301) 985-1850
Gr: PK-5 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
William Wirt Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6200 Tuckerman St
Riverdale, MD 20737
(301) 985-1720
Riverdale, MD 20737
(301) 985-1720
Gr: 6-8 | 1,124 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20737, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 20737, MD include College Park Academy, Parkdale High School and Beacon Heights Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20737?
5 public schools are located in 20737.
What is the racial composition of students in 20737?
20737 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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