For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,615 students in 20781, MD (there are , serving 1,340 private students). 55% of all K-12 students in 20781, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 20781, MD are Hyattsville Elementary School and Hyattsville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 20781 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20781, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20781, MD ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hyattsville Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5311 43rd Ave
Hyattsville, MD 20781
(301) 209-5800
Hyattsville, MD 20781
(301) 209-5800
Grades: PK-5
| 421 students
Rank: #22.
Hyattsville Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6001 42nd Ave
Hyattsville, MD 20781
(301) 209-5830
Hyattsville, MD 20781
(301) 209-5830
Grades: 6-8
| 1,194 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 20781, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 20781, MD include Hyattsville Elementary School and Hyattsville Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 20781?
2 public schools are located in 20781.
What percentage of students in 20781 go to public school?
55% of all K-12 students in 20781 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20781?
20781 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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