Best Schools in District Heights, Maryland
4 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in District Heights by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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District Heights Elementary
Elementary · Prince George's County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Drew-freeman Middle
Middle · Prince George's County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Francis Scott Key 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 District Heights for 2026 are District Heights Elementary (6.4/10), Drew-freeman Middle (5.3/10), and Francis Scott Key Elementary (4.9/10), 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
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$325,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$325,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in District Heights
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 | District Heights Elementary | 6.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Drew-freeman Middle | 5.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Francis Scott Key Elementary | 4.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Concord Elementary | 2.7 / 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
- 4.8/10
- Median household income
- $72,931
- Median home value
- $325,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 40 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 50%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How District Heights compares
Maryland rank
#134 of 141
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.5
below Maryland avg (6.3)
Median household income
$73k
66% of Maryland median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in District Heights, Maryland
District Heights, Maryland is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 4.8 out of 10, schools in District Heights 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 District Heights is District Heights Elementary with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
District Heights is served by 1 school district: Prince George's County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 131,310 students.
District Heights's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,931. The poverty rate in the area is 11.4%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 351 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.4 |
| 2 | 419 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.9 |
| 3 | 204 students · Pre-K–5th | 2.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,075 students · 6th–8th | 5.3 |
Schools in District Heights
District Heights, Maryland · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$72,931
Median Home Value
$325,400
Median Rent
$1,635/mo
Population
37,924
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
50%
Avg Commute
40 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Community Profile
District Heights has a median household income of $72,931. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $325,400, with a median rent of $1,635/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.4%. 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
- 3
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in District Heights, Maryland
How many schools are in District Heights, Maryland?
District Heights has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in District Heights, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in District Heights is 4.8 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 District Heights, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in District Heights on MySchoolScout is District Heights Elementary with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in District Heights, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in District Heights on MySchoolScout is District Heights Elementary with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best middle school in District Heights, Maryland?
The top-ranked middle school in District Heights on MySchoolScout is Drew-freeman Middle with a composite score of 5.3/10.
How many school districts serve District Heights, Maryland?
District Heights is served by 1 school district: Prince George's County Public Schools.
What is the education level in District Heights, Maryland?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in District Heights have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in District Heights, Maryland?
The median household income in District Heights is approximately $72,931 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in District Heights, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in District Heights is 15.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in District Heights, 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.