Best Schools in Great Mills, Maryland
4 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Great Mills by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Little Flower School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Greenview Knolls Elementary
Elementary · St. Mary's County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Great Mills High
High · St. Mary'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 Great Mills for 2026 are Little Flower School (7.1/10), Greenview Knolls Elementary (6.0/10), and Great Mills High (5.6/10), 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
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$334,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$334,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Great Mills
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 | Little Flower School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Greenview Knolls Elementary | 6.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Great Mills High | 5.6 / 10 |
| 4 | George Washington Carver Elementary | 4.9 / 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
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $117,431
- Median home value
- $334,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 41%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Great Mills compares
Maryland rank
#94 of 141
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Maryland avg (6.3)
Median household income
$117k
106% of Maryland median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Great Mills, Maryland
Great Mills, Maryland is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Great Mills 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 Great Mills is Little Flower School with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Great Mills is served by 1 school district: St. Mary's County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 17,223 students.
Great Mills's community shows 41% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $117,431. The poverty rate in the area is 4.3%.
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 | 322 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 | ||
| 2 | 490 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.9 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Little Flower School
Private
116 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.1 | ||
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,748 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
Schools in Great Mills
Great Mills, Maryland · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$117,431
Median Home Value
$334,800
Median Rent
$1,689/mo
Population
6,976
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Community Profile
Great Mills has a median household income of $117,431. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $334,800, with a median rent of $1,689/month. The local poverty rate of 4.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maryland
- Elementary
- 3
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Great Mills, Maryland
How many schools are in Great Mills, Maryland?
Great Mills has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Great Mills, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Great Mills is 5.9 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 Great Mills, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Great Mills on MySchoolScout is Little Flower School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Great Mills, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Great Mills on MySchoolScout is Little Flower School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best high school in Great Mills, Maryland?
The top-ranked high school in Great Mills on MySchoolScout is Great Mills High with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Great Mills, Maryland?
Great Mills is served by 1 school district: St. Mary's County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Great Mills, Maryland?
According to Census data, 41% of adults in Great Mills have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Great Mills, Maryland?
The median household income in Great Mills is approximately $117,431 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Great Mills, Maryland?
Yes, Great Mills has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is Little Flower School with a score of 7.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Great Mills, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Great Mills is 13.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Great Mills, 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.