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Best District Heights Private Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 private school serving 894 students in District Heights, MD (there are 7 public schools, serving 3,114 public students). 22% of all K-12 students in District Heights, MD are educated in private schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
The top ranked private school in District Heights, MD is Bishop McNamara High School.
The average acceptance rate is 40%, which is lower than the Maryland private school average acceptance rate of 81%.
100% of private schools in District Heights, MD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top Ranked District Heights Private Schools (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
6800 Marlboro Pike
District Heights, MD 20747
(301) 735-8401
Grades: 9-12
| 894 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in District Heights, MD?
The top ranked private schools in District Heights, MD is Bishop McNamara High School.
How many private schools are located in District Heights?
1 private schools are located in District Heights.
What percentage of students in District Heights go to private school?
22% of all K-12 students in District Heights are educated in private schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in District Heights?
100% of private schools in District Heights are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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