Committed to a transformative path forward in support of every Maryland student

At the Maryland State Department of Education, we are a dedicated team of educators, specialists, and administrators joined together by a single vision: to be a system of world-class schools where students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for success in college, career, and life.

Blueprint for Maryland's Future

In partnership with the Maryland State Board of Education, the Accountability and Implementation Board, and local education agencies, the Maryland State Department of Education is reimagining programs and initiatives in order to best implement the Blueprint and lead Maryland’s educational system forward. The Maryland State Department of Education will continuously assess and improve upon its capacity to guide the future of Maryland education.

​Recent News

Maryland's 2025 Blue Ribbon Schools

Congratulations to Maryland's 2025 Blue Ribbon Schools awardees! These outstanding schools are being honored for their excellence, innovation, and unwavering commitment to student success!

Baltimore Polytechnic Institute
Baltimore City Public Schools 

Diamond Elementary School
Montgomery County Public School

Myersville Elementary School
Frederick County Public Schools 

Stoneleigh Elementary School
Baltimore County Public Schools 

Wilson Wims Elementary School
Montgomery County Public Schools 

St. Louis School
Archdiocese of Baltimore Catholic Schools 

Little Flower School
Catholic Schools Office, Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington


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Student Assessments

Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program

Results from the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) for the 2024-2025 school year showed modest increases statewide in English language arts (ELA) and mathematics scores. This year’s student proficiency rates indicate continued progress in reversing post-pandemic learning loss.


Did You Know?

MSDE Awards $4M to Schools for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Program

MSDE is awarding more than $4.3 million in federal funds to 193 elementary schools statewide to encourage lifelong healthy eating habits. The funds, available through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP), expand student access to produce in participating schools, with priority given to schools with high numbers of students from families with low income.


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