For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,908 students in 20855, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20855, MD are Candlewood Elementary School, Mill Creek Towne Elementary School and Sequoyah Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20855 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20855, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20855, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Candlewood Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7210 Osprey Drive
Derwood, MD 20855
(301) 284-4200
Derwood, MD 20855
(301) 284-4200
Gr: K-5 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Mill Creek Towne Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17700 Park Mill Dr
Derwood, MD 20855
(240) 740-1820
Derwood, MD 20855
(240) 740-1820
Gr: PK-5 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Sequoyah Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17301 Bowie Mill Rd
Derwood, MD 20855
(240) 740-5880
Derwood, MD 20855
(240) 740-5880
Gr: K-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #44.
Redland Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6505 Muncaster Mill Rd
Derwood, MD 20855
(240) 740-0900
Derwood, MD 20855
(240) 740-0900
Gr: 6-8 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 20855, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20855, MD include Candlewood Elementary School, Mill Creek Towne Elementary School and Sequoyah Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20855?
4 public elementary schools are located in 20855.
What is the racial composition of students in 20855?
20855 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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