For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,112 students in 20646, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20646, MD are Milton M. Somers Middle School, Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School and Mary H. Matula Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20646 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 16%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 32% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20646, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 20646, MD Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Milton M. Somers Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 Willow Lane
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-4663
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-4663
Grades: 6-8
| 969 students
Rank: #22.
Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 Willow Ln
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-4687
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-4687
Grades: PK-5
| 606 students
Rank: #33.
Mary H. Matula Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6025 Radio Station Rd
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-5412
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-5412
Grades: PK-5
| 537 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 20646, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20646, MD include Milton M. Somers Middle School, Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School and Mary H. Matula Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20646, MD?
3 public elementary schools are located in 20646, MD.
What is the racial composition of students in 20646, MD?
20646, MD public elementary schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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