For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 682 students in Riverdale, MD.
The top-ranked public charter school in Riverdale, MD is College Park Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Riverdale, MD public charter school have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Maryland public charter school average of 17%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 36% statewide average). Charter schools in Riverdale have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public charter school average of 89% (majority Black).
Best Public Charter Schools in Riverdale, MD (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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in Riverdale, MD?
The top-ranked public charter schools in Riverdale, MD include College Park Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in Riverdale?
1 public charter schools are located in Riverdale.
What is the racial composition of students in Riverdale?
Riverdale public charter schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public charter schools average of 89% (majority Black).
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