For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,050 students in 20601, MD (there are 2 private schools, serving 507 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 20601, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 20601, MD are Thomas Stone High School, Malcolm Elementary School and John Hanson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20601 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Maryland public school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 36% statewide average). Schools in 20601, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 20601, MD Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thomas Stone High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3785 Leonardtown Rd
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-2601
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-2601
Grades: 9-12
| 1,175 students
Rank: #22.
Malcolm Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14760 Poplar Hill Rd
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-2691
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-2691
Grades: PK-5
| 416 students
Rank: #33.
John Hanson Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3165 John Hanson Dr
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-4520
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-4520
Grades: 6-8
| 857 students
Rank: #44.
J. P. Ryon Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12140 Vivian Adams Dr
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-3090
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-3090
Grades: PK-5
| 602 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 20601, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 20601, MD include Thomas Stone High School, Malcolm Elementary School and John Hanson Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 20601, MD?
4 public schools are located in 20601, MD.
What percentage of students in 20601, MD go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 20601, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20601, MD?
20601, MD public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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