For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 6,278 students in 20737, MD.
The top ranked public schools in 20737, MD are Parkdale High School, College Park Academy 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 7% (versus the Maryland public school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 36% 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 66% (majority Black).
Best 20737, MD Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Parkdale High School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6001 Good Luck Rd
Riverdale, MD 20737
(301) 513-5700
Riverdale, MD 20737
(301) 513-5700
Grades: 9-12
| 2,460 students
Rank: #22.
College Park Academy
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5751 Rivertech Ct
Riverdale, MD 20737
(240) 696-3206
Riverdale, MD 20737
(240) 696-3206
Grades: 6-12
| 677 students
Rank: #33.
Beacon Heights Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6929 Furman Pkwy
Riverdale, MD 20737
(301) 918-8700
Riverdale, MD 20737
(301) 918-8700
Grades: PK-6
| 406 students
Rank: #44.
William Wirt Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6200 Tuckerman St
Riverdale, MD 20737
(301) 985-1720
Riverdale, MD 20737
(301) 985-1720
Grades: 6-8
| 1,271 students
Rank: #55.
Templeton Elementary School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6001 Carters Ln
Riverdale, MD 20737
(301) 985-1880
Riverdale, MD 20737
(301) 985-1880
Grades: PK-5
| 829 students
Rank: #66.
Riverdale Elementary School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5006 Riverdale Rd
Riverdale, MD 20737
(301) 985-1850
Riverdale, MD 20737
(301) 985-1850
Grades: PK-5
| 635 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 20737, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 20737, MD include Parkdale High School, College Park Academy and Beacon Heights Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20737, MD?
6 public schools are located in 20737, MD.
What is the racial composition of students in 20737, MD?
20737, MD public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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