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20781 Maryland Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 1,364 students in 20781, MD (there are 2 public schools, serving 1,727 public students). 44% of all K-12 students in 20781, MD are educated in private schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
The top ranked private schools in 20781, MD include St. Jerome Academy and Dematha Catholic High School.
The average acceptance rate is 43%, which is lower than the Maryland private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
75% of private schools in 20781, MD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 20781 Maryland Private Schools (2026-27)

St. Jerome Academy Photo
St. Jerome Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 524 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 15
Catholic
5207 42nd Place
Hyattsville, MD 20781
(301) 277-4568
(2)
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Dematha Catholic High School
Gr: 9-12 | 807 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
All-boys (Catholic)
4313 Madison St
Hyattsville, MD 20781
(240) 764-2202
(1)
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Map of Hyattsville Hills Child & Family Center
Hyattsville Hills Child & Family Center
Gr: PK-K | 26 students
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
5701 42nd Ave
Hyattsville, MD 20781
(301) 277-7748
(1)
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Map of Pathways School-hyattsville Re
Pathways School-hyattsville Re
Gr: 7-8 | 7 students
Special Education School
6001-42nd Avenue
Hyattsville, MD 20781
(301) 649-0778
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 20781, MD?
The top ranked private schools in 20781, MD include St. Jerome Academy and Dematha Catholic High School.
How many private schools are located in 20781?
4 private schools are located in 20781.
What percentage of students in 20781 go to private school?
44% of all K-12 students in 20781 are educated in private schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 20781?
75% of private schools in 20781 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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