For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,278 students in 20740, MD (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,314 private students). 49% of all K-12 students in 20740, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 20740, MD are Berwyn Heights Elementary School, Paint Branch Elementary School and Hollywood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20740 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Maryland public school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 36% statewide average). Schools in 20740, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 20740, MD Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Berwyn Heights Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6200 Pontiac St
College Park, MD 20740
(240) 684-6210
College Park, MD 20740
(240) 684-6210
Grades: K-6
| 436 students
Rank: #22.
Paint Branch Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5101 Pierce Ave
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 513-5300
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 513-5300
Grades: PK-6
| 364 students
Rank: #33.
Hollywood Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9811 49th Ave
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 513-5900
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 513-5900
Grades: PK-5
| 478 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 20740, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 20740, MD include Berwyn Heights Elementary School, Paint Branch Elementary School and Hollywood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20740, MD?
3 public schools are located in 20740, MD.
What percentage of students in 20740, MD go to public school?
49% of all K-12 students in 20740, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20740, MD?
20740, MD public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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