Best Schools in Knoxville, Maryland
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Pleasant Valley Elementary
Elementary · Washington County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$388,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$388,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Knoxville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pleasant Valley Elementary | 7.5 / 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
- 7.5/10
- Median household income
- $110,694
- Median home value
- $388,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 42%
- Avg commute
- 41 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Knoxville compares
Median household income
$111k
100% of Maryland median
About Schools in Knoxville, Maryland
Knoxville, Maryland is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.5 out of 10, schools in Knoxville perform strongly 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 Knoxville is Pleasant Valley Elementary with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Knoxville is served by 1 school district: Washington County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 22,549 students.
Knoxville's community shows 42% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $110,694. The poverty rate in the area is 5.3%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 207 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 |
Schools in Knoxville
Knoxville, Maryland · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$110,694
Median Home Value
$388,200
Median Rent
$1,696/mo
Population
4,238
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Community Profile
Knoxville has a median household income of $110,694. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $388,200, with a median rent of $1,696/month. The local poverty rate of 5.3% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 41 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Maryland
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Knoxville, Maryland
How many schools are in Knoxville, Maryland?
Knoxville has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Knoxville, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Knoxville is 7.5 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 Knoxville, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Knoxville on MySchoolScout is Pleasant Valley Elementary with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Knoxville, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Knoxville on MySchoolScout is Pleasant Valley Elementary with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Knoxville, Maryland?
Knoxville is served by 1 school district: Washington County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Knoxville, Maryland?
According to Census data, 42% of adults in Knoxville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Knoxville, Maryland?
The median household income in Knoxville is approximately $110,694 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Knoxville, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Knoxville is 14.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Knoxville, 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.