Best Schools in Perryville, Maryland
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Perryville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Perryville Middle
Middle · Cecil County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Perryville High
High · Cecil County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Good Shepherd Catholic School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Perryville for 2026 are Perryville Middle (6.8/10), Perryville High (6.5/10), and Good Shepherd Catholic School (6.3/10), 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
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$271,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$271,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Perryville
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 | Perryville Middle | 6.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Perryville High | 6.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Good Shepherd Catholic School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Perryville Elementary | 4.1 / 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
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $77,500
- Median home value
- $271,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Perryville compares
Maryland rank
#90 of 141
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Maryland avg (6.3)
Median household income
$78k
70% of Maryland median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Perryville, Maryland
Perryville, Maryland is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Perryville 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 Perryville is Perryville Middle with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Perryville is served by 1 school district: Cecil County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 14,997 students.
Perryville's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $77,500. The poverty rate in the area is 12.1%.
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 | 424 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.1 | ||
| 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 | Good Shepherd Catholic School
Private
83 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.3 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 536 students · 6th–8th | 6.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 876 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
Schools in Perryville
Perryville, Maryland · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$77,500
Median Home Value
$271,700
Median Rent
$1,053/mo
Population
5,679
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Community Profile
Perryville has a median household income of $77,500. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $271,700, with a median rent of $1,053/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.1%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maryland
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Perryville, Maryland
How many schools are in Perryville, Maryland?
Perryville has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Perryville, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Perryville is 5.9 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 Perryville, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Perryville on MySchoolScout is Perryville Middle with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Perryville, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Perryville on MySchoolScout is Good Shepherd Catholic School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Perryville, Maryland?
The top-ranked middle school in Perryville on MySchoolScout is Perryville Middle with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best high school in Perryville, Maryland?
The top-ranked high school in Perryville on MySchoolScout is Perryville High with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Perryville, Maryland?
Perryville is served by 1 school district: Cecil County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Perryville, Maryland?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Perryville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Perryville, Maryland?
The median household income in Perryville is approximately $77,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Perryville, Maryland?
Yes, Perryville has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is Good Shepherd Catholic School with a score of 6.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Perryville, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Perryville 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 Perryville, 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.