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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Parent / Guardian
April 23, 2024
Community is great. Lots of opportunity to volunteer and engage in your child’s education if you want. It’s a big school but classroom sizes are reasonable. The school offers many different... More
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Farmland Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 23, 2024
I agree with other reviewers. I have 4 children, 3 who attended other elementary schools. Darnestown Elementary by far is the best elementary school! The class sizes are small, teachers are devoted,... More
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Darnestown Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
April 23, 2024
We have three kids currently enrolled and have lived here 3 years now. We love the teaching and support staff. Also the sports teams and coaches are not just teaching the sport but teamwork and... More
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Westminster High School