Best Schools in Lanham, Maryland
12 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 3 Other
Choosing a school in Lanham?
Use this page to compare every school in Lanham 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.
Gaywood Elementary
Elementary · Prince George's County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Legends Public Charter School
Elementary · Prince George's County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Magnolia 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 Lanham for 2026 are Gaywood Elementary (8.5/10), Legends Public Charter School (6.7/10), and Magnolia Elementary (6.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
12
8 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$408,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
12
8 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$408,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.5/10 despite 89% 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 Lanham schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Lanham
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 rated schools; 12 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gaywood Elementary | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Legends Public Charter School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Magnolia Elementary | 6.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Thomas Johnson Middle | 5.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Glenarden Woods Elementary | 5.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Catherine T. Reed Elementary | 5.7 / 10 |
| 7 | James Mchenry Elementary | 5.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Duval High | 4.0 / 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $100,061
- Median home value
- $408,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 34%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
17% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lanham compares
Maryland rank
#103 of 141
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Maryland avg (6.3)
Median household income
$100k
90% of Maryland median
Schools in this city
12
Prince George's County Public Schools runs Lanham's public schools
8 public schools. Prince George's County Public Schools is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Lanham is a Prince George's County Public Schools school (8 of 8).
Among 8 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.0 to 8.5 — the spread is inside Lanham, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Lanham, Maryland
Lanham, Maryland is home to 12 schools, including 8 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Lanham 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 Lanham is Gaywood Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lanham is served by 1 school district: Prince George's County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 131,310 students.
Lanham's community shows 34% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $100,061. The poverty rate in the area is 9.5%.
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
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 506 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 893 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.7 |
| 3 | 397 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.4 |
| 4 | 496 students · 2nd–5th | 5.8 |
| 5 | 435 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.7 |
| 6 | 676 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,239 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,484 students · 9th–12th | 4.0 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Mt Zion Preparatory AcademyPrivate 86 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | M&m Learning CenterPrivate 123 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
| 2 | Mm Learning CenterPrivate 121 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
| 3 | 72 students · 4th–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Lanham
Lanham, Maryland · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$100,061
Median Home Value
$408,600
Median Rent
$1,797/mo
Population
43,225
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Community Profile
Lanham has a median household income of $100,061. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $408,600, with a median rent of $1,797/month. The local poverty rate of 9.5% 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
- 6
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 3
Resources
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Lanham, Maryland
How many schools are in Lanham, Maryland?
Lanham has 12 schools, including 8 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lanham, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lanham is 6.0 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 Lanham, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Lanham on MySchoolScout is Gaywood Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lanham, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lanham on MySchoolScout is Gaywood Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Lanham, Maryland?
The top-ranked middle school in Lanham on MySchoolScout is Thomas Johnson Middle with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best high school in Lanham, Maryland?
The top-ranked high school in Lanham on MySchoolScout is Duval High with a composite score of 4.0/10.
How many school districts serve Lanham, Maryland?
Lanham is served by 1 school district: Prince George's County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Lanham, Maryland?
According to Census data, 34% of adults in Lanham have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lanham, Maryland?
The median household income in Lanham is approximately $100,061 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Lanham, Maryland?
Yes, Lanham has 4 private schools alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is M&m Learning Center with a score of 7.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lanham, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lanham 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 Lanham, 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.