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📍 California, MD · St. Mary's County

School District for
Zip Code 20619 — California, MD

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ZIP 20619 is served by St. Marys County Public Schools, rated 8/10 — 74th percentile in Maryland.Ratings are percentile ranks within a single state, so they are not comparable across states.
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St. Marys County Public Schools

8
out of 10 Rating Good
State reading & math tests (MCAP 2024–25) · 74th percentile in MD
▲ Improving — up 3.6 points since 2021–22
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Can I rent in California and still attend schools in this district?▼
Yes. School district assignment is based on your home address, not whether you own or rent. As long as your rental address falls within the St. Marys County Public Schools boundaries, your children are eligible to attend district schools.
How does the St. Marys County Public Schools rating compare to other districts in MD?▼
The St. Marys County Public Schools has an overall rating of 8/10 (Good) based on students’ reading and math proficiency on state assessments. Use our best districts in MD page to compare with other districts statewide.
What is the average class size in St. Marys County Public Schools?▼
Class size data at the individual school level is not reported in the NCES Common Core of Data. Contact the St. Marys County Public Schools directly for current class size information, or check your state's department of education website.
Does St. Marys County Public Schools offer magnet schools or special programs?▼
Many districts offer magnet programs, gifted education, STEM academies, and dual-language programs. Contact the St. Marys County Public Schools directly or visit their website to learn about special program options and enrollment requirements.
School District · California, MD
St. Marys County Public Schools
📍 St. Mary's County, MD · Zip Code 20619
8/10
Rating
17,493
Students
28
Schools
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District Type
Good About this district: Public school district serving California, MD
District Contact & InformationSource: NCES 2024–2025
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Grades Served
Prekindergarten – 12th
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District Phone
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District Website
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District Office
23160 Moakley Street, Leonardtown, MD 20650
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Assigned Schools for Zip 20619
Based on NCES district data · Always verify directly with the district
Schools Nearest Zip Code 20619NCES 2024–2025
  • Evergreen Elementary School — 2.0 mi · Grades PK–5 · 715 students
  • Esperanza Middle — 2.1 mi · Grades 6–8 · 835 students
  • Greenview Knolls Elementary — 2.1 mi · Grades PK–5 · 294 students
  • Town Creek Elementary — 2.1 mi · Grades PK–5 · 220 students
  • Green Holly Elementary School — 2.4 mi · Grades PK–5 · 478 students
  • Hollywood Elementary — 3.2 mi · Grades PK–5 · 414 students
  • Great Mills High — 3.8 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,697 students
  • George Washington Carver Elementary — 3.9 mi · Grades PK–5 · 460 students
Distance is measured from the center of zip code 20619 to each school, using Census ZCTA centroids and NCES school coordinates. This is a proximity list, not an attendance-zone assignment — the school your child is assigned to depends on your exact address, so confirm with the district.
Individual school-level data is not available for this district in our current data. Contact the district office to confirm your specific school assignment within this zip code.
District Statisticsvs. National Average
MetricSt. Marys County Public SchoolsNational AverageComparison
Student Enrollment17,4933,544↑ Larger than avg
Number of Schools287Varies by district
Per-Pupil Spending$18,215/yr$17,619/yr≈ Near avg
District Type—Public District—
Overall Rating8/10 — Good—Above average
Per-pupil figure: US Census Bureau, Annual Survey of School System Finances, FY2024 — current spending per pupil, which excludes capital outlay and debt service. National averages: NCES Common Core of Data 2024–25, mean of the 13,327 regular operating districts (the median district enrolls about 1,100 students).
🌏 District Map Boundary from U.S. Census TIGER · 27 of 28 schools mapped
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Always verify before deciding: Contact St. Marys County Public Schools directly to confirm your exact school assignment. Boundaries change annually and open enrollment may alter your options.
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Reading proficiency: 57.3% · Math proficiency: 35% · Combined average: 46.1%
Ranked against 25 rated districts in MD → 74th percentile → 8/10.
Source: Maryland State Dept. of Education MCAP, all grades Proficient Pct, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St. Marys County Public Schools a public school district?▼
St. Marys County Public Schools is classified as a public school district. Public school districts are funded by local, state, and federal tax dollars and are open to all students residing within district boundaries. Enrollment is generally free of charge, and students are assigned to schools based on home address. To confirm eligibility and enrollment requirements for zip code 20619, contact St. Marys County Public Schools directly.

About St. Marys County Public Schools

St. Marys County Public Schools serves zip code 20619, covering California, Maryland with grades Pre-K–12th. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.

Understanding the 8/10 Rating

St. Marys County Public Schools has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 8/10, placing it in the above average tier. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Maryland’s MCAP assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Maryland is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.

St. Marys County Public Schools earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Maryland. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.

Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 20619

Children in zip code 20619 are assigned to St. Marys County Public Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 20619, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.

To confirm your specific school assignments, contact St. Marys County Public Schools at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Maryland districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.

School Districts and Home Values in California

School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because St. Marys County Public Schools serves zip code 20619, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 20619 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.

Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Maryland, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support St. Marys County Public Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 20619.

Data Sources and Accuracy

All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with St. Marys County Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 20619 data.

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District at a Glance
Overall Rating8/10
GradeGood
District Type—
Total Students17,493
Total Schools—
Grades ServedPrekindergarten – 12th
Per-Pupil Spending$18,215/yr
Data SourceNCES 2024