For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 3,520 students in 20866, MD (there are 2 private schools, serving 40 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 20866, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 20866, MD are Paint Branch High School, Burtonsville Elementary School and Benjamin Banneker Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20866 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Maryland public school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 36% statewide average). Schools in 20866, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 20866, MD Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Paint Branch High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
14121 Old Columbia Pike
Burtonsville, MD 20866
(301) 388-9900
Burtonsville, MD 20866
(301) 388-9900
Grades: 9-12
| 2,061 students
Rank: #22.
Burtonsville Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
15516 Old Columbia Pike
Burtonsville, MD 20866
(240) 740-5700
Burtonsville, MD 20866
(240) 740-5700
Grades: K-5
| 603 students
Rank: #33.
Benjamin Banneker Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14800 Perrywood Dr
Burtonsville, MD 20866
(240) 740-6250
Burtonsville, MD 20866
(240) 740-6250
Grades: 6-8
| 856 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 20866, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 20866, MD include Paint Branch High School, Burtonsville Elementary School and Benjamin Banneker Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 20866, MD?
3 public schools are located in 20866, MD.
What percentage of students in 20866, MD go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 20866, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20866, MD?
20866, MD public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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