Best Schools in Mechanicsville, Maryland
10 schools · 5 Elementary · 3 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Mechanicsville 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.
Lettie Marshall Dent Elem
Elementary · St. Mary's County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Margaret Brent Middle
Middle · St. Mary's County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
White Marsh Elementary
Elementary · St. Mary'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 Mechanicsville for 2026 are Lettie Marshall Dent Elem (7.5/10), Margaret Brent Middle (6.8/10), and White Marsh Elementary (5.4/10), 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
10
5 public · 5 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$388,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
10
5 public · 5 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$388,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Mechanicsville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 rated schools; 10 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lettie Marshall Dent Elem | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Margaret Brent Middle | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | White Marsh Elementary | 5.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Mechanicsville Elementary | 5.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Oakville Elementary | 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $117,571
- Median home value
- $388,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 42 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 91%
22% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mechanicsville compares
Maryland rank
#134 of 141
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below Maryland avg (6.3)
Median household income
$118k
106% of Maryland median
Schools in this city
9
St. Mary's County Public Schools runs Mechanicsville's public schools
5 public schools. St. Mary's County Public Schools is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Mechanicsville is a St. Mary's County Public Schools school (5 of 5).
Among 5 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.2 to 7.5 — the spread is inside Mechanicsville, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Mechanicsville, Maryland
Mechanicsville, Maryland is home to 10 schools, including 5 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Mechanicsville 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 Mechanicsville is Lettie Marshall Dent Elem with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mechanicsville is served by 1 school district: St. Mary's County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 17,223 students.
Mechanicsville's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $117,571. The poverty rate in the area is 7.2%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 477 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 | ||
| 2 | 224 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.4 | ||
| 3 | 279 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.3 | ||
| 4 | 307 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.2 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Mother Catherine AcademyPrivate 188 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 900 students · 6th–8th | 6.8 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Friendship Mennonite SchoolPrivate 32 students · 1st–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 20 students · 1st–8th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 37 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 33 students · 1st–10th | Not Rated |
Schools in Mechanicsville
Mechanicsville, Maryland · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$117,571
Median Home Value
$388,400
Median Rent
$1,781/mo
Population
23,918
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
91%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Community Profile
Mechanicsville has a median household income of $117,571. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $388,400, with a median rent of $1,781/month. The local poverty rate of 7.2% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 42 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maryland
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Mechanicsville, Maryland
How many schools are in Mechanicsville, Maryland?
Mechanicsville has 10 schools, including 5 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mechanicsville, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mechanicsville is 5.3 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 Mechanicsville, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Mechanicsville on MySchoolScout is Lettie Marshall Dent Elem with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mechanicsville, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mechanicsville on MySchoolScout is Lettie Marshall Dent Elem with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Mechanicsville, Maryland?
The top-ranked middle school in Mechanicsville on MySchoolScout is Margaret Brent Middle with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Mechanicsville, Maryland?
Mechanicsville is served by 1 school district: St. Mary's County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Mechanicsville, Maryland?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Mechanicsville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mechanicsville, Maryland?
The median household income in Mechanicsville is approximately $117,571 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Mechanicsville, Maryland?
Yes, Mechanicsville has 5 private schools alongside 5 public schools. The top-rated private school is Chesterton Academy of St Marys with a score of 7.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mechanicsville, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mechanicsville is 14.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mechanicsville, 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.