Average
#796 of 1,363 schools in MD
Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill
High School · DYRS
8400 River Rd, Laurel, MD 20724
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#796 of 1,363
In Laurel
#8 of 20
public schools
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill
High School in Laurel · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill
Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill is a public high school in Laurel, MD, part of DYRS. Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 4:1 student-teacher ratio. Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #796 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 4:1 students to teachers, Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill — Students at Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Test Scores MD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill Compares
See how Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8400 River Rd, Laurel, MD 20724
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Patuxent Valley Middle (rated 6.8/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Jessup), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Forest Ridge Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Laurel, see our Laurel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland City Elementary Laurel | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| West Meade Early Education Center Ft. Meade | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Pershing Hill Elementary Ft. Meade | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Brock Bridge Elementary Laurel | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus Laurel | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| PHILLIPS SCHOOL - LAUREL Laurel | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| MacArthur Middle Fort Meade | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Manor View Elementary Ft. Meade | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Jessup Elementary Jessup | 3.3 mi | 5.1 |
| THE JULIA BROWN SCHOOL Laurel | 2.9 mi | 2.9 |
| Meade High Ft. Meade | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Meade Middle Fort Meade | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Laurel Woods Elementary Laurel | 3.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Bollman Bridge Elementary Jessup | 3.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Patuxent Valley Middle Jessup | 3.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Forest Ridge Elementary Laurel | 3.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Laurel Elementary Laurel | 3.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Oaklands Elementary Laurel | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Deerfield Run Elementary Laurel | 3.8 mi | 4.3 |
| ST MARY OF THE MILLS SCHOOL Laurel | 3.7 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20724 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,530
Median Home Value
$392,500
Median Rent
$2,199/mo
Population
18,669
College Educated
48.1%
Homeownership
59.8%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
35.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill
What grades does Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill serve?
Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill?
Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill?
The student-teacher ratio at Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill rank in MD?
Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill ranks #796 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill's MySchoolScout rating?
Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
Is Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill a charter school?
No, Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill a Title I school?
No, Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Anne Arundel County
- Phone
- (202) 299-3227
Resources & Links
District
DYRS- District Enrollment
- 109
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $227,657
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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