For the 2024-25 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,868 students in 20743, MD (there are 1 private school, serving 47 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 20743, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 20743, MD are Capitol Heights Elementary School, Central High School and Walker Mill Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20743 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20743, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 20743, MD Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Capitol Heights Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
601 Suffolk Ave
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 817-0494
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 817-0494
Grades: PK-5
| 289 students
Rank: #22.
Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 Cabin Branch Rd
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 499-7080
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 499-7080
Grades: 9-12
| 877 students
Rank: #33.
Walker Mill Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 Karen Blvd
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 808-4055
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 808-4055
Grades: 6-8
| 693 students
Rank: #44.
Robert R. Gray Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4949 Addison Rd
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 636-8400
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 636-8400
Grades: PK-8
| 427 students
Rank: #55.
Carmody Hills Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
401 Jadeleaf Ave
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 808-8180
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 808-8180
Grades: PK-5
| 443 students
Rank: #66.
Doswell E. Brooks Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Brooke Rd
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 817-0480
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 817-0480
Grades: PK-6
| 225 students
Rank: #77.
William W. Hall Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5200 Marlboro Pk
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 817-2933
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 817-2933
Grades: PK-8
| 496 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
John H. Bayne Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7010 Walker Mill Rd
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 499-7020
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 499-7020
Grades: PK-5
| 322 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Seat Pleasant Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6411 G St
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 925-2330
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 925-2330
Grades: PK-6
| 331 students
Rank: #1010.
Bradbury Heights Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Glacier Ave
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 817-0570
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 817-0570
Grades: PK-6
| 444 students
Rank: n/an/a
H. W. Wheatley Early Childhood Center
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
8801 Ritchie Dr
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 808-8100
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 808-8100
Grades: PK
| 321 students
20743, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4400 Shell St
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 817-0460
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 817-0460
Grades: PK-6
| 275 students
Lyndon Hill Elementary School (Closed 2006)
Magnet School
6181 Central Ave
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 808-4034
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 808-4034
Grades: PK
| 294 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 20743, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 20743, MD include Capitol Heights Elementary School, Central High School and Walker Mill Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 20743?
11 public schools are located in 20743.
What percentage of students in 20743 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 20743 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20743?
20743 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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