For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,094 students in 20782, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20782, MD are University Park Elementary School, Edward M. Felegy Elementary School and Rosa L. Parks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20782 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20782, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20782, MD Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
University Park Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4315 Underwood St
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1898
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1898
Gr: PK-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Edward M. Felegy Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6110 Editors Park Dr
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 386-1610
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 386-1610
Gr: PK-5 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Rosa L. Parks Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6111 Ager Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 445-8090
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 445-8090
Gr: PK-5 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Chillum Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1420 Chillum Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 853-0825
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 853-0825
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
20782, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Northwestern Evening/saturday High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
7000 Adelphi Road
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1460
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 985-1460
Gr: Inquire with school
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20782, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20782, MD include University Park Elementary School, Edward M. Felegy Elementary School and Rosa L. Parks Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20782?
4 public preschools are located in 20782.
What is the racial composition of students in 20782?
20782 public preschools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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