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20785 Maryland Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 591 students in 20785, MD (there are 13 public schools, serving 7,431 public students). 7% of all K-12 students in 20785, MD are educated in private schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
The top ranked private school in 20785, MD is Saint Ambrose Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 85%, which is higher than the Maryland private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
75% of private schools in 20785, MD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 20785 Maryland Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Saint Ambrose Catholic School
Saint Ambrose Catholic School
Gr: NS-8 | 231 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 11
Catholic
6310 Jason Street
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 773-0223
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Map of Foundation Learning Center The
Foundation Learning Center The
Gr: K-12 | 47 students
Special Education School
855 Brightseat Rd Ste 855
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 881-0078
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Map of Highland Park Christian Academy
Highland Park Christian Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 176 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 7
Baptist
6801 Sheriff Road
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 773-4079
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Map of Shabach! Christian Academy
Shabach! Christian Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 137 students
Sports: 2
Baptist
3600 Brightseat Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 583-5330
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 20785, MD?
The top ranked private schools in 20785, MD is Saint Ambrose Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in 20785?
4 private schools are located in 20785.
What percentage of students in 20785 go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in 20785 are educated in private schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 20785?
75% of private schools in 20785 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Catholic).

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