For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,980 students in 20601, MD (there are , serving 515 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 20601, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20601, MD are Malcolm Elementary School, Thomas Stone High School and J. P. Ryon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20601 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20601, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20601, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Malcolm Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14760 Poplar Hill Rd
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-2691
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-2691
Gr: PK-5 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Thomas Stone High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3785 Leonardtown Rd
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-2601
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-2601
Gr: 9-12 | 1,173 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
J. P. Ryon Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12140 Vivian Adams Dr
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-3090
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-3090
Gr: PK-5 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
John Hanson Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3165 John Hanson Dr
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-4520
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-4520
Gr: 6-8 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20601, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 20601, MD include Malcolm Elementary School, Thomas Stone High School and J. P. Ryon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20601?
4 public schools are located in 20601.
What percentage of students in 20601 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 20601 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20601?
20601 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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