3,595
Preschools
2,119
Elementary Schools
1,081
Middle Schools
714
High Schools
1,386
Public District Schools
3,339
Private Schools
4,780
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Maryland based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Maryland offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Maryland
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Montgomery County Public Schools
160,564 students | ROCKVILLE, MD
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 204 schools -
Prince George's County Public Schools
131,646 students | UPPER MARLBORO, MD
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 215 schools -
Baltimore County Public Schools
111,084 students | TOWSON, MD
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 175 schools -
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
83,044 students | ANNAPOLIS, MD
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 125 schools -
Baltimore City Public Schools
77,856 students | BALTIMORE, MD
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 176 schools
Reviews From Schools in Maryland
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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 29, 2024
I went to St. Mary's for 9 years (k-8th), I never felt like I received a good education, and I had numerous math teachers who were terrible. I did not feel welcomed there and felt very left out, and... More
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St Mary Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 29, 2024
This school is an absolute disappointment. The teachers here seem more interested in their own egos than actually teaching students. They show blatant favoritism towards certain students, leaving... More
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Maryland International School STEM Academy
Parent / Guardian
May 28, 2024
So many good things to say about this school and it’s and administration. We moved from Arlington, VA where there were top notch schools. I’d say this school’s special education teachers (Mrs. Gaugh,... More
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Centennial Lane Elementary School