Best Schools in Lusby, Maryland
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Lusby by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Patuxent High
High · Calvert County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus
Elementary · Calvert County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Dowell Elementary
Elementary · Calvert 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 Lusby for 2026 are Patuxent High (6.5/10), Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus (6.2/10), and Dowell Elementary (6.0/10), 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
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$317,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$317,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lusby
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 | Patuxent High | 6.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus | 6.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Dowell Elementary | 6.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Mill Creek Middle | 5.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Southern Middle | 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
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $117,776
- Median home value
- $317,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Avg commute
- 41 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lusby compares
Maryland rank
#110 of 141
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Maryland avg (6.3)
Median household income
$118k
106% of Maryland median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Lusby, Maryland
Lusby, 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 5.6 out of 10, schools in Lusby 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 Lusby is Patuxent High with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lusby is served by 1 school district: Calvert County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 15,179 students.
Lusby's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $117,776. The poverty rate in the area is 6.0%.
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 | 659 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.2 |
| 2 | 589 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 429 students · 6th–8th | 5.4 |
| 2 | 430 students · 6th–8th | 3.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,008 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
Schools in Lusby
Lusby, Maryland · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$117,776
Median Home Value
$317,600
Median Rent
$1,716/mo
Population
20,519
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
6.0%
Community Profile
Lusby has a median household income of $117,776. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $317,600, with a median rent of $1,716/month. The local poverty rate of 6.0% 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.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maryland
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Lusby, Maryland
How many schools are in Lusby, Maryland?
Lusby has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lusby, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lusby is 5.6 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 Lusby, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Lusby on MySchoolScout is Patuxent High with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lusby, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lusby on MySchoolScout is Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Lusby, Maryland?
The top-ranked middle school in Lusby on MySchoolScout is Mill Creek Middle with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in Lusby, Maryland?
The top-ranked high school in Lusby on MySchoolScout is Patuxent High with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Lusby, Maryland?
Lusby is served by 1 school district: Calvert County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Lusby, Maryland?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Lusby have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lusby, Maryland?
The median household income in Lusby is approximately $117,776 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lusby, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lusby is 14.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lusby, 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.