For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,441 students in 20716, MD (there are 2 private schools, serving 35 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 20716, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 20716, MD are Heather Hills Elementary School, Pointer Ridge Elementary School and C. Elizabeth Rieg. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20716 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20716, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20716, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Heather Hills Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12605 Heming Ln
Bowie, MD 20716
(301) 805-2730
Bowie, MD 20716
(301) 805-2730
Grades: 2-5
| 364 students
Rank: #22.
Pointer Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1110 Parkington Ln
Bowie, MD 20716
(301) 390-0220
Bowie, MD 20716
(301) 390-0220
Grades: K-5
| 315 students
Rank: #33.
C. Elizabeth Rieg
Special Education School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
15542 Peach Walker Dr
Bowie, MD 20716
(301) 390-0200
Bowie, MD 20716
(301) 390-0200
Grades: K-12
| 142 students
Rank: #44.
Northview Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3700 Northview Dr
Bowie, MD 20716
(301) 218-1520
Bowie, MD 20716
(301) 218-1520
Grades: PK-5
| 620 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 20716, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 20716, MD include Heather Hills Elementary School, Pointer Ridge Elementary School and C. Elizabeth Rieg.
How many public schools are located in 20716?
4 public schools are located in 20716.
What percentage of students in 20716 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 20716 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20716?
20716 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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