For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,725 students in 20785, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20785, MD are Thomas G. Pullen, Kenmoor Middle School and Judith P. Hoyer Montessori. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 20785 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20785, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).
Best 20785, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas G. Pullen
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 Brightseat Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 808-8160
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 808-8160
Gr: K-8 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Kenmoor Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2501 Kenmoor Dr
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 925-2300
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 925-2300
Gr: 6-8 | 1,021 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Judith P. Hoyer Montessori
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
929 Hill Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 808-4420
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 808-4420
Gr: PK-8 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
G. James Gholson Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 Nalley Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 883-8390
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 883-8390
Gr: 6-8 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 20785, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20785, MD include Thomas G. Pullen, Kenmoor Middle School and Judith P. Hoyer Montessori.
How many public middle schools are located in 20785?
4 public middle schools are located in 20785.
What is the racial composition of students in 20785?
20785 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).
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