Best Schools in Chillum, Maryland
1 schools · 1 Other
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Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$431,300
home value · ACS
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$431,300
home value · ACS
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $88,226
- Median home value
- $431,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 37%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 44%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Chillum compares
Median household income
$88k
80% of Maryland median
About Schools in Chillum, Maryland
Chillum, Maryland is home to 1 schools, including 0 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Chillum show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Chillum is The Children's Guild with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Chillum's community shows 37% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $88,226. The poverty rate in the area is 9.0%.
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.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Children's GuildPrivate 96 students · 2nd–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Chillum
Chillum, Maryland · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$88,226
Median Home Value
$431,300
Median Rent
$1,789/mo
Population
34,646
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
9.0%
Community Profile
Chillum has a median household income of $88,226. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $431,300, with a median rent of $1,789/month. The local poverty rate of 9.0% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Chillum, Maryland
How many schools are in Chillum, Maryland?
Chillum has 1 schools, including 0 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Chillum, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Chillum is 6.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the education level in Chillum, Maryland?
According to Census data, 37% of adults in Chillum have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Chillum, Maryland?
The median household income in Chillum is approximately $88,226 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Chillum, Maryland?
Yes, Chillum has 1 private school alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is The Children's Guild with a score of 6.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Chillum, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Chillum is 8.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Chillum, 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.