For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,859 students in Prince Frederick, MD.
The top-ranked public schools in Prince Frederick, MD are Calvert High School, Calvert Elementary School and Barstow Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Prince Frederick, MD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Prince Frederick have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Prince Frederick, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Calvert High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
520 Fox Run Blvd
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(443) 550-8880
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(443) 550-8880
Gr: 9-12 | 1,080 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Calvert Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1450 Dares Beach Rd
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(443) 550-9550
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(443) 550-9550
Gr: PK-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Barstow Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
295 Williams Rd
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(443) 550-9510
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(443) 550-9510
Gr: PK-5 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Calvert Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
655 Chesapeake Blvd
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(443) 550-8970
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(443) 550-8970
Gr: 6-8 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #55.
Calvert Country School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1350 Dares Beach Rd
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(443) 550-9910
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(443) 550-9910
Gr: PK-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
Calvert County Alternative School
Alternative School
330 Dorsey Road
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(443) 550-7164
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(443) 550-7164
Gr: 6-12 | 7 students Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
Career And Technology Academy
Vocational School
330 Dorsey Road
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(443) 550-9940
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(443) 550-9940
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Prince Frederick, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in Prince Frederick, MD include Calvert High School, Calvert Elementary School and Barstow Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Prince Frederick?
7 public schools are located in Prince Frederick.
What is the racial composition of students in Prince Frederick?
Prince Frederick public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Prince Frederick are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Prince Frederick include: Barstow Elementary School vs. Calvert Elementary School, Calvert Elementary School vs. Barstow Elementary School
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