For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,143 students in La Plata, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in La Plata, MD are Mary H. Matula Elementary School and Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
La Plata, MD public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in La Plata have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 70% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in La Plata, MD (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mary H. Matula Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 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
Rank: #22.
Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in La Plata, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in La Plata, MD include Mary H. Matula Elementary School and Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in La Plata, MD?
2 public preschools are located in La Plata, MD.
What is the racial composition of students in La Plata, MD?
La Plata, MD public preschools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 70% (majority Black).
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