For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,796 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 23% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 16%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 32% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20855, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 67% (majority Black).
Best 20855, MD Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Candlewood Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7210 Osprey Drive
Derwood, MD 20855
(301) 284-4200
Derwood, MD 20855
(301) 284-4200
Grades: K-5
| 366 students
Rank: #22.
Mill Creek Towne Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
17700 Park Mill Dr
Derwood, MD 20855
(240) 740-1820
Derwood, MD 20855
(240) 740-1820
Grades: PK-5
| 463 students
Rank: #33.
Sequoyah Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
17301 Bowie Mill Rd
Derwood, MD 20855
(240) 740-5880
Derwood, MD 20855
(240) 740-5880
Grades: K-5
| 353 students
Rank: #44.
Redland Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6505 Muncaster Mill Rd
Derwood, MD 20855
(240) 740-0900
Derwood, MD 20855
(240) 740-0900
Grades: 6-8
| 614 students
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, MD?
4 public elementary schools are located in 20855, MD.
What is the racial composition of students in 20855, MD?
20855, MD public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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