Best Schools in Towson, Maryland
16 schools · 5 Elementary · 10 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Towson by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Riderwood Elementary
Elementary · Baltimore County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology
High · Baltimore County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Towson High
High · Baltimore 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 Towson for 2026 are Riderwood Elementary (9.7/10), George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology (8.2/10), and Towson High (7.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 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
16
11 public · 5 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$486,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
16
11 public · 5 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$486,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Towson
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (11 of 16). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Riderwood Elementary | 9.7 / 10 |
| 2 | George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology | 8.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Towson High | 7.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Notre Dame Preparatory School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Concordia Preparatory School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Immaculate Conception School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Loyola Blakefield | 4.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Home Assignments-secondary | 4.4 / 10 |
| 9 | Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc | 3.6 / 10 |
| 10 | Pleasant Plains Elementary | 2.9 / 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
- $95,773
- Median home value
- $486,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 65%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 54%
36% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Towson compares
Maryland rank
#107 of 141
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Maryland avg (6.3)
Median household income
$96k
86% of Maryland median
Schools in this city
11
About Schools in Towson, Maryland
Towson, Maryland is home to 16 schools, including 11 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, , and 10 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Towson 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 Towson is Riderwood Elementary with a composite score of 9.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Towson is served by 1 school district: Baltimore County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 110,275 students.
Towson's community shows 65% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $95,773. The poverty rate in the area is 14.3%.
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 | 392 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.7 | ||
| 2 | 521 students · Pre-K–5th | 2.9 | ||
| 3 | 1 students · 4th–4th | — | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Immaculate Conception School
Private
578 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.9 | ||
| 2 | 55 students · Pre-K–6th | 3.6 | ||
High Schools
10 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,015 students · 9th–12th | 8.2 | ||
| 2 | 1,650 students · 9th–12th | 7.4 | ||
| 3 | 43 students · 7th–12th | 4.4 | ||
| 4 | 52 students · 9th–12th | 2.4 | ||
| 5 | 7 students · 10th–12th | — | ||
| 6 | 1 students · 12th–12th | — | ||
| 7 | 10 students · 12th–12th | — | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Notre Dame Preparatory School
Private
805 students · 6th–12th | 7.0 | ||
| 2 | Concordia Preparatory School
Private
387 students · 6th–12th | 6.7 | ||
| 3 | Loyola Blakefield
Private
947 students · 6th–12th | 4.8 | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 students · 10th–10th | — |
Schools in Towson
Towson, Maryland · 16 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$95,773
Median Home Value
$486,900
Median Rent
$1,746/mo
Population
41,387
College Educated
65%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Community Profile
Towson has a median household income of $95,773. It is a well-educated community where 65% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $486,900, with a median rent of $1,746/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.3%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maryland
- Elementary
- 5
- High
- 10
- Other
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Towson, Maryland
How many schools are in Towson, Maryland?
Towson has 16 schools, including 11 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Towson, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Towson 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 Towson, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Towson on MySchoolScout is Riderwood Elementary with a composite score of 9.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Towson, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Towson on MySchoolScout is Riderwood Elementary with a composite score of 9.7/10.
What is the best high school in Towson, Maryland?
The top-ranked high school in Towson on MySchoolScout is George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology with a composite score of 8.2/10.
How many school districts serve Towson, Maryland?
Towson is served by 1 school district: Baltimore County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Towson, Maryland?
According to Census data, 65% of adults in Towson have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Towson, Maryland?
The median household income in Towson is approximately $95,773 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Towson, Maryland?
Yes, Towson has 5 private schools alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is Notre Dame Preparatory School with a score of 7.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Towson, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Towson is 12.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Towson, 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.