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Best 20747 Maryland Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 private school serving 894 students in 20747, MD (there are 8 public schools, serving 4,139 public students). 18% of all K-12 students in 20747, MD are educated in private schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
The top-ranked private school in 20747, MD is Bishop McNamara High School.
The average acceptance rate is 60%, which is lower than the Maryland private school average acceptance rate of 80%.
100% of private schools in 20747, MD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top-Ranked 20747 Maryland Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
6800 Marlboro Pike
District Heights, MD 20747
(301) 735-8401
Gr: 9-12 | 894 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 21 | Extracurrculars: 33 Tuition & acceptance rate listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in 20747, MD?
The top-ranked private schools in 20747, MD is Bishop McNamara High School.
How many private schools are located in 20747?
1 private schools are located in 20747.
What percentage of students in 20747 go to private school?
18% of all K-12 students in 20747 are educated in private schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 20747?
100% of private schools in 20747 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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