For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,055 students in 20782, MD.
The top ranked public middle school in 20782, MD is Nicholas Orem Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 20782 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20782, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20782, MD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nicholas Orem Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6100 Editors Park Dr
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 853-0840
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 853-0840
Grades: 6-8
| 1,055 students
20782, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Northwestern Evening/saturday High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
7000 Adelphi Road
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1460
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1460
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 20782, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 20782, MD include Nicholas Orem Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20782?
1 public middle schools are located in 20782.
What is the racial composition of students in 20782?
20782 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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