Best Schools in Indian Head, Maryland
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Indian Head by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Henry E. Lackey High School
High · Charles County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
J. C. Parks Elementary School
Elementary · Charles County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
General Smallwood Middle School
Middle · Charles 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 Indian Head for 2026 are Henry E. Lackey High School (5.2/10), J. C. Parks Elementary School (5.0/10), and General Smallwood Middle School (4.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$307,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$307,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Indian Head
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Henry E. Lackey High School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 2 | J. C. Parks Elementary School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 3 | General Smallwood Middle School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Indian Head Elementary School | 4.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Matthew Henson Middle School | 4.2 / 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
- $95,560
- Median home value
- $307,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 48 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Indian Head compares
Maryland rank
#135 of 141
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.5
below Maryland avg (6.3)
Median household income
$96k
86% of Maryland median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Indian Head, Maryland
Indian Head, Maryland is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.8 out of 10, schools in Indian Head 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 Indian Head is Henry E. Lackey High School with a composite score of 5.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Indian Head is served by 1 school district: Charles County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 27,765 students.
Indian Head's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $95,560. The poverty rate in the area is 7.4%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 651 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.0 |
| 2 | 454 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.6 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 501 students · 6th–8th | 4.9 |
| 2 | 675 students · 6th–8th | 4.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,058 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 |
Schools in Indian Head
Indian Head, Maryland · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$95,560
Median Home Value
$307,900
Median Rent
$1,752/mo
Population
10,254
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
48 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Community Profile
Indian Head has a median household income of $95,560. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $307,900, with a median rent of $1,752/month. The local poverty rate of 7.4% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 48 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maryland
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Indian Head, Maryland
How many schools are in Indian Head, Maryland?
Indian Head has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Indian Head, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Indian Head 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 Indian Head, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Indian Head on MySchoolScout is Henry E. Lackey High School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Indian Head, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Indian Head on MySchoolScout is J. C. Parks Elementary School with a composite score of 5.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Indian Head, Maryland?
The top-ranked middle school in Indian Head on MySchoolScout is General Smallwood Middle School with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What is the best high school in Indian Head, Maryland?
The top-ranked high school in Indian Head on MySchoolScout is Henry E. Lackey High School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Indian Head, Maryland?
Indian Head is served by 1 school district: Charles County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Indian Head, Maryland?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Indian Head have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Indian Head, Maryland?
The median household income in Indian Head is approximately $95,560 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Indian Head, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Indian Head is 17.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Indian Head, 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.