For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 414 students in Hollywood, MD (there are 3 private schools, serving 354 private students). 60% of all K-12 students in Hollywood, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in Hollywood, MD is Hollywood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hollywood, MD public school have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Hollywood have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Hollywood, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hollywood Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
44345 Joy Chapel Rd
Hollywood, MD 20636
(301) 373-4350
Hollywood, MD 20636
(301) 373-4350
Gr: PK-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hollywood, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in Hollywood, MD include Hollywood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hollywood?
1 public schools are located in Hollywood.
What percentage of students in Hollywood go to public school?
60% of all K-12 students in Hollywood are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hollywood?
Hollywood public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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