Best Public Schools in Newburg, MD (2025-26)

Best Newburg Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,023 students in Newburg, MD.

The top ranked public schools in Newburg, MD are Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School and Piccowaxen Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Newburg, MD public schools have an score of 26% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and score of 51% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Newburg have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.

Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Newburg, MD (2025-26)

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(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School

(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
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12872 Rock Point Rd
Newburg, MD 20664
(301) 934-4091

Gr: PK-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%

Rank: #22.

Piccowaxen Middle School

(Math: 22% | Reading: 55%)
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12834 Rock Point Rd
Newburg, MD 20664
(301) 934-1977

Gr: 6-8 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Newburg, MD?

The top ranked public schools in Newburg, MD include Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School and Piccowaxen Middle School.

How many public schools are located in Newburg?

2 public schools are located in Newburg.

What is the racial composition of students in Newburg?

Newburg public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).