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Charles County Schools & Education

Charles County, Maryland

NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance data

School Score

83/100

Percentile-style score

Score Band

Higher Signal

Graduation Rate

94.0%

National avg 87.5%

Education Statistics

Graduation Rate

94.0%

National avg 87.5%

State avg 89.4%

Per-Pupil Spending

$9,564

National avg $13,239

State avg $10,395

School Score

83/100

Percentile-style score

State avg 72/100

State Score Position

#6

of 24 counties by score

Education Data Brief: Charles County

Measured School Summary

Charles County has a higher measured school signal with a school score of 83/100 and a graduation rate of 94.0%, based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-score inputs.

Funding Context

Charles County spends $9,564 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.

Neighbor Context

Its school score is 15% above the Maryland average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 4.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 8% lower than the state norm.

School Data Brief

How to read Charles County before comparing districts

County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.

Local context that changes the interpretation

39 public schools and 1 district are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.

Overall screen

83/100

Higher measured signal. Ranks #6 of 24 Maryland counties with school score data.

Completion

94.0%

4.6 pts above the state average

Funding context

$9,564

$831 below the state average

School coverage

39

1 district represented in the county school list.

Start with measured county context

This county screens well on the combined school metrics available here. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.

Check the local school mix

Charles County has 39 public schools across 1 district, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.

Verify local rules

Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.

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Parent decision brief

What Charles County school data means before you move

County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.

Dominant-district county

Charles County Public Schools carries most of the listed public-school system, with 39 of 39 schools. Start there, then verify whether your target address sits inside that district slice.

State position

#6

of 24 Maryland counties with school score data. The county score is 11 points above the state average.

Data confidence

Usable

3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.

K-12 continuity check

These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.

Charles County Public Schools

Elementary to high school visible

27,598 students

Elementary 22Middle 8High 7Other 2

39 listed schools in this county slice.

District reality check

Charles County Public Schools is the largest listed district slice, with 39 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.

What the data cannot tell you

NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.

Questions to ask before choosing an address

Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Charles County?

Which attendance zones, transfer rules, and transportation policies apply inside the local district?

What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?

If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?

Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?

Education Overview

About Schools in Charles County, Maryland

This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.

A Comprehensive Suburban Education Infrastructure

Charles County operates 39 public schools, including 22 elementary, 8 middle, and 7 high schools. A single unified district manages the education of 27,598 students across the region. Two alternative schools supplement the core academic facilities to support diverse learning needs.

Charles County Public Schools Leads the Way

Charles County Public Schools serves as the sole provider for the area, enrolling all 27,598 students in the system. The district contains no charter schools, focusing its resources entirely on its traditional public school network. This centralized structure ensures consistent standards across every neighborhood.

Large Suburban Schools with Rural Reach

The landscape features 24 suburban schools and 15 rural locations, creating a blend of residential and open-country settings. Schools here are relatively large, with an average enrollment of 746 students. North Point High School stands as the largest campus, hosting 1,867 students in a modern facility.

School Overview

Total Schools

39

in Charles County

Reported Enrollment

27,598

39 schools reporting

School Districts

1

district

Charter Schools

0

0% of total

School Level Breakdown

Elementary22
Middle8
High7
Other2

1 School District in Charles County

Charles County Public Schools

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39 schools
27,598 students enrolled
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39 Public Schools in Charles County

Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 8 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.

NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance data

Level

Showing 20 of 39 matching schools

North Point High School

Charles County Public Schools

Waldorf, 20603 / Suburb: Midsize

Profile9–12High1,867 students

St. Charles High School

Charles County Public Schools

Waldorf, 20602 / Rural: Fringe

Profile9–12High1,569 students

Westlake High School

Charles County Public Schools

Waldorf, 20603 / Suburb: Midsize

Profile9–12High1,229 students

La Plata High School

Charles County Public Schools

La Plata, 20646 / Rural: Fringe

Profile9–12High1,222 students

Thomas Stone High School

Charles County Public Schools

Waldorf, 20601 / Suburb: Midsize

Profile9–12High1,177 students

Maurice J. McDonough High School

Charles County Public Schools

Pomfret, 20675 / Rural: Fringe

Profile9–12High1,087 students

Theodore G. Davis Middle School

Charles County Public Schools

Waldorf, 20603 / Suburb: Midsize

Profile6–8Middle1,043 students

Henry E. Lackey High School

Charles County Public Schools

Indian Head, 20640 / Rural: Fringe

Profile9–12High1,042 students

Mattawoman Middle School

Charles County Public Schools

Waldorf, 20603 / Suburb: Midsize

Record6–8Middle934 students

Benjamin Stoddert Middle School

Charles County Public Schools

Waldorf, 20602 / Suburb: Midsize

Record6–8Middle925 students

William A. Diggs Elementary School

Charles County Public Schools

Waldorf, 20603 / Suburb: Midsize

RecordPK–5Primary828 students

John Hanson Middle School

Charles County Public Schools

Waldorf, 20601 / Suburb: Midsize

Record6–8Middle772 students

Berry Elementary School

Charles County Public Schools

Waldorf, 20603 / Suburb: Midsize

RecordPK–5Primary721 students

Matthew Henson Middle School

Charles County Public Schools

Indian Head, 20640 / Rural: Fringe

Record6–8Middle710 students

Billingsley Elementary School

Charles County Public Schools

White Plains, 20695 / Suburb: Midsize

RecordPK–5Primary677 students

Milton M. Somers Middle School

Charles County Public Schools

La Plata, 20646 / Suburb: Midsize

Record6–8Middle666 students

William B. Wade Elementary School

Charles County Public Schools

Waldorf, 20603 / Suburb: Midsize

RecordPK–5Primary642 students

J. P. Ryon Elementary School

Charles County Public Schools

Waldorf, 20601 / Suburb: Midsize

RecordPK–5Primary640 students

J. C. Parks Elementary School

Charles County Public Schools

Indian Head, 20640 / Rural: Fringe

RecordPK–5Primary638 students

Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School

Charles County Public Schools

La Plata, 20646 / Suburb: Midsize

RecordPK–5Primary637 students

Education Funding Detail

Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure

$9,564

State avg $10,395

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Maryland counties have the highest graduation rates?
Calvert County (96.0%), Carroll County (96.0%), and Queen Anne's County (96.0%) currently lead Maryland among counties with available NCES four-year adjusted cohort graduation-rate data. This answer is generated from the same dataset used in the county table and can change when federal data refreshes.
What is per-pupil spending like in Maryland?
Across Maryland counties with available NCES district-finance data, average per-pupil spending is $10,395. The highest current county values are Worcester County ($12,869), Somerset County ($11,870), and Baltimore city ($11,733). Compare counties in the table before treating the statewide average as representative of a local district.
How should I read the school score in Charles County?
Charles County has a school score of 83/100, which is a higher measured signal in this county-level index. This score is calculated from available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance data, with school-level records shown separately below.
What is the graduation rate in Charles County?
The high school graduation rate in Charles County is 94.0%, which is above the national average of 87.5%. This figure is based on NCES district-level data for public high schools in the county.
How much does Charles County spend per student?
Charles County spends $9,564 per pupil annually on public education, based on NCES district finance data. Current operating spending per fall enrollment, including instruction, support services, administration, transportation, and operations. It excludes capital outlays and debt service in the SchoolsByCounty methodology.

Frequently Asked Questions

Schools in Charles County, Maryland — FAQ

What does the school system look like in Charles County, Maryland?

Charles County operates 39 public schools, including 22 elementary, 8 middle, and 7 high schools. A single unified district manages the education of 27,598 students across the region. Two alternative schools supplement the core academic facilities to support diverse learning needs.

What are the major school districts in Charles County, Maryland?

Charles County Public Schools serves as the sole provider for the area, enrolling all 27,598 students in the system. The district contains no charter schools, focusing its resources entirely on its traditional public school network. This centralized structure ensures consistent standards across every neighborhood.

What is the school experience like in Charles County?

The landscape features 24 suburban schools and 15 rural locations, creating a blend of residential and open-country settings. Schools here are relatively large, with an average enrollment of 746 students. North Point High School stands as the largest campus, hosting 1,867 students in a modern facility.

Counties with Similar School Profile

Cecil County

Maryland

-1 pts

82/100

School score

Calvert County

Maryland

-1 pts

82/100

School score

Howard County

Maryland

+2 pts

85/100

School score

By Evan Brooks, Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor

Data Sources

Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.

Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.

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