Best Schools in Hyattsville, Maryland
19 schools · 13 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Hyattsville?
Use this page to compare every school in Hyattsville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Cesar Chavez Elementary
Elementary · Prince George's County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Hyattsville Elementary
Elementary · Prince George's County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Langley Park-Mccormick Elementary
Elementary · Prince George's County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Hyattsville for 2026 are Cesar Chavez Elementary (9.2/10), Hyattsville Elementary (8.9/10), and Langley Park-Mccormick Elementary (7.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 13 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
19
13 public · 6 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$410,325
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
19
13 public · 6 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$410,325
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.9/10 despite 79% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.2 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Hyattsville schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Hyattsville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 13 rated schools; 19 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cesar Chavez Elementary | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Hyattsville Elementary | 8.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Langley Park-Mccormick Elementary | 7.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Ridgecrest Elementary | 7.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Chillum Elementary | 6.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Hyattsville Middle | 6.8 / 10 |
| 7 | University Park Elementary | 6.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Edward M. Felegy ES | 5.9 / 10 |
| 9 | Nicholas Orem Middle | 5.8 / 10 |
| 10 | Woodridge Elementary | 5.3 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $87,729
- Median home value
- $410,325
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 49%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Hyattsville compares
Maryland rank
#58 of 141
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Maryland avg (6.3)
Median household income
$88k
79% of Maryland median
Schools in this city
18
Prince George's County Public Schools runs Hyattsville's public schools
13 public schools. Prince George's County Public Schools is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Hyattsville is a Prince George's County Public Schools school (13 of 13).
Among 13 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.6 to 9.2 — the spread is inside Hyattsville, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Hyattsville, Maryland
Hyattsville, Maryland is home to 19 schools, including 13 public schools and 6 private schools. The city's schools span 13 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Hyattsville 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 Hyattsville is Cesar Chavez Elementary with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Hyattsville is served by 1 school district: Prince George's County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 131,310 students.
Hyattsville's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $87,729. The poverty rate in the area is 14.1%.
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
13 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 371 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.2 |
| 2 | 421 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.9 |
| 3 | 696 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 |
| 4 | 636 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 |
| 5 | 305 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.9 |
| 6 | 535 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.1 |
| 7 | 656 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.9 |
| 8 | 332 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.3 |
| 9 | 565 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 |
| 10 | 586 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.6 |
Show all 13 elementary schools in Hyattsville
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,194 students · 6th–8th | 6.8 |
| 2 | 1,055 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,381 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Chelsea SchoolPrivate 67 students · 5th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Dematha Catholic High SchoolPrivate 838 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Hope AcademyPrivate 155 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Hyattsville
Hyattsville, Maryland · 19 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 4 ZIP codes
Median Income
$87,729
Median Home Value
$410,325
Median Rent
$1,739/mo
Population
131,084
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
49%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Community Profile
Hyattsville has a median household income of $87,729. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $410,325, with a median rent of $1,739/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.1%. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maryland
- Elementary
- 13
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 3
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Hyattsville, Maryland
How many schools are in Hyattsville, Maryland?
Hyattsville has 19 schools, including 13 public and 6 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Hyattsville, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hyattsville is 6.5 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 Hyattsville, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Hyattsville on MySchoolScout is Cesar Chavez Elementary with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Hyattsville, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Hyattsville on MySchoolScout is Cesar Chavez Elementary with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Hyattsville, Maryland?
The top-ranked middle school in Hyattsville on MySchoolScout is Hyattsville Middle with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best high school in Hyattsville, Maryland?
The top-ranked high school in Hyattsville on MySchoolScout is Northwestern High with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Hyattsville, Maryland?
Hyattsville is served by 1 school district: Prince George's County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Hyattsville, Maryland?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Hyattsville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Hyattsville, Maryland?
The median household income in Hyattsville is approximately $87,729 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Hyattsville, Maryland?
Yes, Hyattsville has 6 private schools alongside 13 public schools. The top-rated private school is Chelsea School with a score of 7.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hyattsville, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hyattsville is 12.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hyattsville, 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.