Best Schools in Pylesville, Maryland
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Pylesville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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North Harford Elementary
Elementary · Harford County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
North Harford Middle
Middle · Harford County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
North Harford High
High · Harford 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 Pylesville for 2026 are North Harford Elementary (7.3/10), North Harford Middle (7.0/10), and North Harford High (7.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$511,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$511,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Pylesville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Harford Elementary | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | North Harford Middle | 7.0 / 10 |
| 3 | North Harford High | 7.0 / 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
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $150,119
- Median home value
- $511,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 35%
- Avg commute
- 38 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 98%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Pylesville compares
Maryland rank
#40 of 141
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Maryland avg (6.3)
Median household income
$150k
136% of Maryland median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Pylesville, Maryland
Pylesville, Maryland is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Pylesville perform strongly 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 Pylesville is North Harford Elementary with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Pylesville is served by 1 school district: Harford County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 38,105 students.
Pylesville's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $150,119. The poverty rate in the area is 4.5%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 404 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 867 students · 6th–8th | 7.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,161 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 |
Schools in Pylesville
Pylesville, Maryland · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$150,119
Median Home Value
$511,500
Population
2,904
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
98%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Community Profile
Pylesville has a median household income of $150,119. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $511,500. The local poverty rate of 4.5% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maryland
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Pylesville, Maryland
How many schools are in Pylesville, Maryland?
Pylesville has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pylesville, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pylesville is 7.1 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 Pylesville, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Pylesville on MySchoolScout is North Harford Elementary with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Pylesville, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Pylesville on MySchoolScout is North Harford Elementary with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Pylesville, Maryland?
The top-ranked middle school in Pylesville on MySchoolScout is North Harford Middle with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best high school in Pylesville, Maryland?
The top-ranked high school in Pylesville on MySchoolScout is North Harford High with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Pylesville, Maryland?
Pylesville is served by 1 school district: Harford County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Pylesville, Maryland?
According to Census data, 35% of adults in Pylesville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Pylesville, Maryland?
The median household income in Pylesville is approximately $150,119 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pylesville, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pylesville is 15.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pylesville, 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.