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2019 Best School Districts in the Baltimore AreaAbout this List

The 2019 Best School Districts ranking is based on rigorous analysis of key statistics and millions of reviews from students and parents using data from the U.S. Department of Education. Ranking factors include state test scores, college readiness, graduation rates, SAT/ACT scores, teacher quality, public school district ratings, and more. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. Howard County Public Schools

    • School District
    • Ellicott City, MD
    • 152
    #1 Best School Districts in Baltimore Area

    Junior: First of all, I love the diversity, commitment, and involvement of the student body. Every student in all of the HCPSS schools is very passionate in their studies and extra-curricular activities, making Howard County one of the top counties in the nation. The various afterschool activities and clubs show the determination of the staff, for they want to provide the best resources for all the students. The teachers readily prepare us for studies beyond high school and always stress the importance of time management, enthusiasm, and integrity in everything that we do. I loved all of my years attending HCPSS schools, and I made so many friends of different backgrounds from other schools as well. GO Marriotts Ridge High and HCPSS!
    Read 152 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 76 Total Schools
    • 54,870 Students
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  2. Harford County Public Schools

    • School District
    • Bel Air, MD
    • 55
    #2 Best School Districts in Baltimore Area

    Alum: Overall, I loved the experience of being in Harford County Public Schools. Many of the students and faculty throughout all schools are supportive and kind to one another. There are times when schools throughout HCPS get to together to support each other in big events like state championships. The entirety of HCPS has a warm and welcoming atmosphere and makes it one of the best counties to go to school!
    Read 55 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 54 Total Schools
    • 37,448 Students
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  3. Anne Arundel County Public Schools

    • School District
    • Annapolis, MD
    • 165
    #3 Best School Districts in Baltimore Area

    Junior: I love Anne Arundel County! The only problem is: teacher’s pay. If the county paid their teachers more then harder working teachers would want to join our county. This helps the county be more refined when hiring teachers. Some teachers are out of sorts and can’t teach the subject they’re suppose to have a degree in. The people are sweet and truly want the best for their students, I just wish their county wanted the best for them.
    Read 165 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 124 Total Schools
    • 80,387 Students
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    New Hope Academy

    • Private School
    • Landover Hills, MD
    • PK, K-12
    • 45

    Parent: This small school nestled in a quiet neighborhood brings hope to children and parents in regards to education. Seasoned teachers and administrators put the children first and have created a safe and loving atmosphere for learning. With small class sizes and dedicated teachers, I've found this school to be just what my children needed as they grow in their formative years!
    Read 45 Reviews

    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 194 Students
    • 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  5. Baltimore County Public Schools

    • School District
    • Towson, MD
    • 177
    #4 Best School Districts in Baltimore Area

    Alum: Baltimore County Public Schools does an amazing job with creating substantial relationships between students, parents, teachers and faculty! I also very much appreciated the college preparation that they offered in high school.
    Read 177 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 174 Total Schools
    • 111,138 Students
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  6. Baltimore City Public Schools

    • School District
    • Baltimore, MD
    • 116

    Senior: I have been lucky enough to attend some of the best schools in Baltimore City since we don’t have to attend zoned schools, however city schools are drastically underfunded. Funding is made up from local revenue from property tax and money from the state, which has remained flat in regards to inflation since 2008. Due to the levels of concentrated poverty in Baltimore, we get very little local funding compared to wealthier counties. This leaves us at a major deficit and it shows through our lack of properly maintained school buildings. Many lack proper heat, fully functioning bathrooms and technology. Despite all this, there are some truly great schools in the district that you’re able to get into if you maintain good grades that will afford you priceless opportunities to follow your passions, which I am genuinely grateful for.
    Read 116 Reviews

    • C-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 186 Total Schools
    • 83,666 Students
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