Best Schools in Landover Hills, Maryland
4 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Landover Hills by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
New Hope Academy
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
St Mary's School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Cooper Lane 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 Landover Hills for 2026 are New Hope Academy (7.3/10), St Mary's School (6.2/10), and Cooper Lane Elementary (4.7/10), 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
2 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$356,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
2 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$356,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Landover Hills
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 | New Hope Academy | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | St Mary's School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Cooper Lane Elementary | 4.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Glenridge Elementary | 3.9 / 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
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $84,599
- Median home value
- $356,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 58%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Landover Hills compares
Maryland rank
#112 of 141
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Maryland avg (6.3)
Median household income
$85k
76% of Maryland median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Landover Hills, Maryland
Landover Hills, Maryland is home to 4 schools, including 2 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Landover Hills 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 Landover Hills is New Hope Academy with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Landover Hills is served by 1 school district: Prince George's County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 131,310 students.
Landover Hills's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $84,599. The poverty rate in the area is 9.3%.
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 | 471 students · Pre-K–6th | 4.7 | ||
| 2 | 760 students · Pre-K–6th | 3.9 | ||
| 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 | St Mary's School
Private
177 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.2 | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Hope Academy
Private
137 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.3 |
Schools in Landover Hills
Landover Hills, Maryland · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$84,599
Median Home Value
$356,500
Median Rent
$1,769/mo
Population
32,271
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
58%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Community Profile
Landover Hills has a median household income of $84,599. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $356,500, with a median rent of $1,769/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maryland
- Elementary
- 3
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Landover Hills, Maryland
How many schools are in Landover Hills, Maryland?
Landover Hills has 4 schools, including 2 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Landover Hills, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Landover Hills is 5.5 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 Landover Hills, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Landover Hills on MySchoolScout is New Hope Academy with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Landover Hills, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Landover Hills on MySchoolScout is St Mary's School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
How many school districts serve Landover Hills, Maryland?
Landover Hills is served by 1 school district: Prince George's County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Landover Hills, Maryland?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Landover Hills have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Landover Hills, Maryland?
The median household income in Landover Hills is approximately $84,599 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Landover Hills, Maryland?
Yes, Landover Hills has 2 private schools alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is New Hope Academy with a score of 7.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Landover Hills, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Landover Hills 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 Landover Hills, 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.