For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,508 students in 20782, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20782, MD are Cesar Chavez Elementary School, University Park Elementary School and Edward M. Felegy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20782 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20782, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20782, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cesar Chavez Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6609 Riggs Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 853-5694
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 853-5694
Gr: K-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
University Park Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4315 Underwood St
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1898
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1898
Gr: PK-5 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Edward M. Felegy Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6110 Editors Park Dr
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 386-1610
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 386-1610
Gr: PK-5 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Nicholas Orem Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6100 Editors Park Dr
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 853-0840
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 853-0840
Gr: 6-8 | 1,055 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Rosa L. Parks Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6111 Ager Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 445-8090
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 445-8090
Gr: PK-5 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Chillum Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1420 Chillum Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 853-0825
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 853-0825
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
20782, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Northwestern Evening/saturday High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
7000 Adelphi Road
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1460
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1460
Gr: Inquire with school
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 20782, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20782, MD include Cesar Chavez Elementary School, University Park Elementary School and Edward M. Felegy Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20782?
6 public elementary schools are located in 20782.
What is the racial composition of students in 20782?
20782 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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