For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 7,101 students in 20774, MD (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,101 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 20774, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20774, MD are Academy Of Health Sciences At Pgcc, Charles Herbert Flowers High School and Perrywood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20774 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20774, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20774, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy Of Health Sciences At Pgcc
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
301 Largo Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 546-7247
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 546-7247
Gr: 9-12 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Charles Herbert Flowers High School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10001 Ardwick-ardmore Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 636-8000
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 636-8000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,712 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Perrywood Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 Watkins Park Dr
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 218-3040
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 218-3040
Gr: K-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Ardmore Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9301 Ardwick Ardmore Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 925-1311
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 925-1311
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Imagine Foundations At Leeland Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14111 Oak Grove Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 383-1899
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 383-1899
Gr: K-8 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #66.
Largo High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
505 Largo Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 808-8880
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 808-8880
Gr: 9-12 | 1,159 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Kettering Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11000 Layton St
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 808-5977
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 808-5977
Gr: PK-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Kettering Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
65 Herrington Dr
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 808-4060
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 808-4060
Gr: 6-8 | 874 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20774, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 20774, MD include Academy Of Health Sciences At Pgcc, Charles Herbert Flowers High School and Perrywood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20774?
8 public schools are located in 20774.
What percentage of students in 20774 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 20774 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20774?
20774 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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