Best Schools in Brandywine, Maryland
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Brandywine by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Baden Elementary
Elementary · Prince George's County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Gwynn Park Middle
Middle · Prince George's County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Brandywine 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 Brandywine for 2026 are Baden Elementary (5.3/10), Gwynn Park Middle (4.6/10), and Brandywine Elementary (3.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
4.4
out of 10
Median Home
$511,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
4.4
out of 10
Median Home
$511,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Brandywine
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baden Elementary | 5.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Gwynn Park Middle | 4.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Brandywine Elementary | 3.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Gwynn Park High | 3.9 / 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
- 4.4/10
- Median household income
- $149,821
- Median home value
- $511,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 39%
- Avg commute
- 40 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 96%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Brandywine compares
Maryland rank
#141 of 141
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.9
below Maryland avg (6.3)
Median household income
$150k
135% of Maryland median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Brandywine, Maryland
Brandywine, Maryland is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.4 out of 10, schools in Brandywine 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 Brandywine is Baden Elementary with a composite score of 5.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Brandywine is served by 1 school district: Prince George's County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 131,310 students.
Brandywine's community shows 39% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $149,821. The poverty rate in the area is 6.7%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 187 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.3 |
| 2 | 573 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 727 students · 6th–8th | 4.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,155 students · 9th–12th | 3.9 |
Schools in Brandywine
Brandywine, Maryland · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$149,821
Median Home Value
$511,600
Median Rent
$2,288/mo
Population
15,923
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
96%
Avg Commute
40 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Community Profile
Brandywine has a median household income of $149,821. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $511,600, with a median rent of $2,288/month. The local poverty rate of 6.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 40 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maryland
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Brandywine, Maryland
How many schools are in Brandywine, Maryland?
Brandywine has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Brandywine, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Brandywine is 4.4 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 Brandywine, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Brandywine on MySchoolScout is Baden Elementary with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Brandywine, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Brandywine on MySchoolScout is Baden Elementary with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Brandywine, Maryland?
The top-ranked middle school in Brandywine on MySchoolScout is Gwynn Park Middle with a composite score of 4.6/10.
What is the best high school in Brandywine, Maryland?
The top-ranked high school in Brandywine on MySchoolScout is Gwynn Park High with a composite score of 3.9/10.
How many school districts serve Brandywine, Maryland?
Brandywine is served by 1 school district: Prince George's County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Brandywine, Maryland?
According to Census data, 39% of adults in Brandywine have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Brandywine, Maryland?
The median household income in Brandywine is approximately $149,821 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Brandywine, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Brandywine is 17.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Brandywine, 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.