For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,727 students in 20781, MD (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,294 private students). 51% 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.
Public schools in zipcode 20781 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), 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 69% (majority Black).
Best 20781, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-5 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Hyattsville Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6001 42nd Ave
Hyattsville, MD 20781
(301) 209-5830
Hyattsville, MD 20781
(301) 209-5830
Gr: 6-8 | 1,305 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
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?
51% 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 69% (majority Black).
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