- Cherokee Lane Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 863 students
- Springhill Lake Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 804 students
- Calverton Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 767 students
- Port Towns Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 747 students
- Mary Harris Mother Jones Elem — Grades PK–5 · 734 students
- Glenridge Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 723 students
- Bladensburg Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 713 students
- Langley Park-McCormick Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 697 students
- Vansville Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 677 students
- Templeton Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 646 students
- Edward M. Felegy ES — Grades PK–5 · 641 students
- Ridgecrest Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 631 students
- Barack Obama Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 629 students
- James McHenry Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 610 students
- Rosa L. Parks Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 607 students
- Lake Arbor Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 593 students
- Scotchtown Hills Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 589 students
- Northview Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 587 students
- Riverdale Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 586 students
- Thomas S. Stone Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 580 students
- Montpelier Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 573 students
- Brandywine Elementary — Grades K–5 · 572 students
- William Paca Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 563 students
- Panorama Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 554 students
- Carole Highlands Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 544 students
- + 98 more elementary schools
- Hyattsville Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,305 students
- Greenbelt Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,270 students
- Buck Lodge Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,200 students
- Thomas Johnson Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,180 students
- William Wirt Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,124 students
- Ellen Ochoa Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,086 students
- Sonia Sotomayor Middle at Adelphi — Grades 6–8 · 1,077 students
- Benjamin Tasker Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,058 students
- Walker Mill Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,054 students
- Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,047 students
- Drew-Freeman Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,022 students
- Kenmoor Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,021 students
- Nicholas Orem Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,007 students
- Charles Carroll Middle — Grades 6–8 · 884 students
- Kettering Middle — Grades 6–8 · 874 students
- Samuel Ogle Middle — Grades 6–8 · 806 students
- James Madison Middle — Grades 6–8 · 800 students
- Oxon Hill Middle — Grades 6–8 · 773 students
- Ernest Everett Just Middle — Grades 6–8 · 752 students
- Stephen Decatur Middle — Grades 6–8 · 751 students
- Thurgood Marshall Middle — Grades 6–8 · 707 students
- Gwynn Park Middle — Grades 6–8 · 702 students
- Benjamin Stoddert Middle — Grades 6–8 · 628 students
- Martin Luther King Jr. Middle — Grades 6–8 · 605 students
- G. James Gholson Middle — Grades 6–8 · 603 students
- High Point High — Grades 9–12 · 3,012 students
- Charles Herbert Flowers High — Grades 9–12 · 2,712 students
- Parkdale High — Grades 9–12 · 2,588 students
- Bowie High — Grades 9–12 · 2,580 students
- Eleanor Roosevelt High — Grades 9–12 · 2,544 students
- Duval High — Grades 9–12 · 2,522 students
- Northwestern High — Grades 9–12 · 2,396 students
- Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High — Grades 9–12 · 2,291 students
- Laurel High — Grades 9–12 · 2,129 students
- Bladensburg High — Grades 9–12 · 2,114 students
- Suitland High — Grades 9–12 · 1,847 students
- Oxon Hill High — Grades 9–12 · 1,562 students
- Potomac High — Grades 9–12 · 1,347 students
- Frederick Douglass High — Grades 9–12 · 1,183 students
- Largo High — Grades 9–12 · 1,159 students
- Gwynn Park High — Grades 9–12 · 1,147 students
- Crossland High — Grades 9–12 · 1,094 students
- Fairmont Heights High — Grades 9–12 · 1,090 students
- Friendly High — Grades 9–12 · 894 students
- Surrattsville High — Grades 9–12 · 875 students
- Central High — Grades 9–12 · 754 students
- Academy of Health Sciences at PGCC — Grades 9–12 · 462 students
- International High School @ Langley Park — Grades 9–12 · 368 students
- International High school @ Largo — Grades 9–12 · 354 students
- Chesapeake Math and IT Public Charter — Grades K–12 · 1,681 students
- Colin L Powell Academy — Grades PK–8 · 1,661 students
- Chesapeake Math and IT South Public Charter — Grades K–12 · 1,503 students
- Accokeek Academy — Grades K–8 · 1,445 students
- Beltsville Academy — Grades PK–8 · 1,113 students
- Legends Public Charter School — Grades K–8 · 897 students
- Thomas G. Pullen — Grades K–8 · 740 students
- Dora Kennedy French Immersion — Grades K–8 · 684 students
- College Park Academy — Grades 6–12 · 682 students
- Benjamin D. Foulois Academy — Grades K–8 · 540 students
- John Hanson Montessori — Grades PK–8 · 496 students
- Imagine Foundations at Leeland PCS — Grades K–8 · 480 students
- Samuel P. Massie Academy — Grades PK–8 · 477 students
- Robert Goddard Montessori — Grades PK–8 · 464 students
- Andrew Jackson Academy — Grades PK–8 · 458 students
- Excel Academy Public Charter — Grades K–8 · 454 students
- William W. Hall Academy — Grades PK–8 · 444 students
- Robert R. Gray Elementary — Grades PK–8 · 375 students
- Imagine Lincoln PCS — Grades K–8 · 371 students
- Maya Angelou French Immersion — Grades K–8 · 363 students
- Judith P. Hoyer Montessori — Grades PK–8 · 361 students
- Imagine Foundations at Morningside PCS — Grades K–8 · 357 students
- Imagine Andrews Public Charter — Grades K–8 · 347 students
- C. Elizabeth Rieg — Grades K–12 · 148 students
- James E. Duckworth — Grades K–12 · 99 students
| Metric | Prince George's County Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 131,133 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 199 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $17,155/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 2/10 — Poor | — | Below average |
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Ranked against 25 rated districts in MD → 14th percentile → 2/10.
Source: Maryland State Dept. of Education MCAP, all grades Proficient Pct, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Prince George's County Public Schools
Families in zip code 20742 (Prince George'S, Maryland) are assigned to Prince George's County Public Schools for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Funding and Resources
Prince George's County Public Schools spent $17,155 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), roughly in line with Maryland’s statewide $17,400 estimate. Of the district’s 2019 graduating cohort of 10,462 students, an estimated 76% earned a diploma within four years (EDFacts adjusted cohort graduation rate).
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 199 schools serving approximately 131,133 students across grades Pre-K – 12th, Prince George's County Public Schools is a large district. Contact Prince George's County Public Schools to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 2/10 Rating
Prince George's County Public Schools has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 2/10, placing it in the low-rated tier. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Maryland’s MCAP assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Maryland is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Prince George's County Public Schools holds a low overall rating, with reading and math proficiency among the lowest in Maryland on state assessments. Test results reflect many factors beyond the classroom, including community and economic conditions; a low score is a signal to research carefully, not a verdict on any individual school or teacher. Families in this area should research all available alternatives: inter-district transfers, charter schools, and magnet programs. Contact the district directly to understand exactly what programs are available at your assigned school.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 20742
Children in zip code 20742 are assigned to Prince George's County Public Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 20742, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Prince George's County Public Schools at (301)952-6000 or visit www.pgcps.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Maryland districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Prince George'S
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Prince George's County Public Schools serves zip code 20742, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 20742. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Maryland, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Prince George's County Public Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 20742.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Prince George's County Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 20742 data.