For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,259 students in 20740, MD (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,359 private students). 48% 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 14% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 45% 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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20740, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Berwyn Heights Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6200 Pontiac St
College Park, MD 20740
(240) 684-6210
College Park, MD 20740
(240) 684-6210
Gr: K-6 | 477 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Paint Branch Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5101 Pierce Ave
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 513-5300
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 513-5300
Gr: PK-5 | 481 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Hollywood Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9811 49th Ave
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 513-5900
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 513-5900
Gr: PK-5 | 301 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
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?
3 public schools are located in 20740.
What percentage of students in 20740 go to public school?
48% of all K-12 students in 20740 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20740?
20740 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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