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Best California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 744 students in California, MD (there are , serving 389 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in California, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in California, MD is Evergreen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
California, MD public school have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in California have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in California, MD (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Evergreen Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
43765 Wildewood Parkway
California, MD 20619
(301) 863-4060
Gr: K-5 | 744 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in California, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in California, MD include Evergreen Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in California?
1 public schools are located in California.
What percentage of students in California go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in California are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in California?
California public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).

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