For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,803 students in 20721, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20721, MD are Kingsford Elementary School, Lake Arbor Elementary School and Ernest Everett Just Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20721 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20721, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20721, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kingsford Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Enterprise Rd
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 390-0260
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 390-0260
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #22.
Lake Arbor Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10205 Lake Arbor Way
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 808-5940
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 808-5940
Gr: PK-5 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Ernest Everett Just Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Campus Way N
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 808-4040
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 808-4040
Gr: 6-8 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 20721, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20721, MD include Kingsford Elementary School, Lake Arbor Elementary School and Ernest Everett Just Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20721?
3 public elementary schools are located in 20721.
What is the racial composition of students in 20721?
20721 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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