For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 180 students in Dickerson, MD.
The top ranked public school in Dickerson, MD is Monocacy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dickerson, MD public school have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Dickerson have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Dickerson, MD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Monocacy Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18801 Barnesville Road
Dickerson, MD 20842
(240) 740-5790
Dickerson, MD 20842
(240) 740-5790
Grades: K-5
| 180 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dickerson, MD?
The top ranked public schools in Dickerson, MD include Monocacy Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dickerson?
1 public schools are located in Dickerson.
What is the racial composition of students in Dickerson?
Dickerson public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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