Best Schools in Sunderland, Maryland
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Sunderland Elementary
Elementary · Calvert County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$468,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$468,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Sunderland
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunderland Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.6/10
- Median household income
- $174,583
- Median home value
- $468,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Sunderland compares
Median household income
$175k
158% of Maryland median
About Schools in Sunderland, Maryland
Sunderland, Maryland is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in Sunderland 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 Sunderland is Sunderland Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sunderland is served by 1 school district: Calvert County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 15,179 students.
Sunderland's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $174,583. The poverty rate in the area is 2.7%.
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 | 639 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 |
Schools in Sunderland
Sunderland, Maryland · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$174,583
Median Home Value
$468,400
Median Rent
$1,805/mo
Population
2,046
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
89%
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Community Profile
Sunderland has a median household income of $174,583. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $468,400, with a median rent of $1,805/month. The local poverty rate of 2.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Maryland
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Sunderland, Maryland
How many schools are in Sunderland, Maryland?
Sunderland has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sunderland, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sunderland is 7.6 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 Sunderland, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Sunderland on MySchoolScout is Sunderland Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sunderland, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sunderland on MySchoolScout is Sunderland Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Sunderland, Maryland?
Sunderland is served by 1 school district: Calvert County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Sunderland, Maryland?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Sunderland have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sunderland, Maryland?
The median household income in Sunderland is approximately $174,583 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sunderland, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sunderland is 16.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sunderland, 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.