Best Schools in Beltsville, Maryland
9 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Beltsville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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St Joseph's Regional Catholic Sc
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Beltsville Academy
Elementary · Prince George's County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Vansville Elementary
Elementary · Prince George's County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Beltsville for 2026 are St Joseph's Regional Catholic Sc (6.9/10), Beltsville Academy (5.1/10), and Vansville Elementary (4.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
9
7 public · 2 private
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$423,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
9
7 public · 2 private
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$423,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Beltsville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Joseph's Regional Catholic Sc | 6.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Beltsville Academy | 5.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Vansville Elementary | 4.7 / 10 |
| 4 | High Point High | 4.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Martin Luther King Jr. Middle | 4.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Calverton Elementary | 3.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Beltsville Adventist School | 3.8 / 10 |
| 8 | James E. Duckworth | 2.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.5/10
- Median household income
- $106,691
- Median home value
- $423,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Beltsville compares
Maryland rank
#139 of 141
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.8
below Maryland avg (6.3)
Median household income
$107k
96% of Maryland median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Beltsville, Maryland
Beltsville, Maryland is home to 9 schools, including 7 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in Beltsville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Beltsville is St Joseph's Regional Catholic Sc with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Beltsville is served by 1 school district: Prince George's County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 131,310 students.
Beltsville's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $106,691. The poverty rate in the area is 12.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,109 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.1 | ||
| 2 | 669 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 | ||
| 3 | 799 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.9 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Joseph's Regional Catholic Sc
Private
211 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.9 | ||
| 2 | Beltsville Adventist School
Private
191 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.8 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 628 students · 6th–8th | 4.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,960 students · 9th–12th | 4.5 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 327 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.6 |
| 2 | 88 students · Kindergarten–12th | 2.3 |
Schools in Beltsville
Beltsville, Maryland · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$106,691
Median Home Value
$423,000
Median Rent
$1,777/mo
Population
28,119
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Community Profile
Beltsville has a median household income of $106,691. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $423,000, with a median rent of $1,777/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.2%. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maryland
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Beltsville, Maryland
How many schools are in Beltsville, Maryland?
Beltsville has 9 schools, including 7 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Beltsville, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Beltsville is 4.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Beltsville, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Beltsville on MySchoolScout is St Joseph's Regional Catholic Sc with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Beltsville, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Beltsville on MySchoolScout is St Joseph's Regional Catholic Sc with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Beltsville, Maryland?
The top-ranked middle school in Beltsville on MySchoolScout is Martin Luther King Jr. Middle with a composite score of 4.0/10.
What is the best high school in Beltsville, Maryland?
The top-ranked high school in Beltsville on MySchoolScout is High Point High with a composite score of 4.5/10.
How many school districts serve Beltsville, Maryland?
Beltsville is served by 1 school district: Prince George's County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Beltsville, Maryland?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Beltsville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Beltsville, Maryland?
The median household income in Beltsville is approximately $106,691 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Beltsville, Maryland?
Yes, Beltsville has 2 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Joseph's Regional Catholic Sc with a score of 6.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Beltsville, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Beltsville is 13.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Beltsville, Maryland?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Maryland Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.