For the 2025-26 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 57% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), 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 (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monocacy Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18801 Barnesville Road
Dickerson, MD 20842
(240) 740-5790
Dickerson, MD 20842
(240) 740-5790
Gr: K-5 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
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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