For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 897 students in 20706, MD.
The top-ranked public charter school in 20706, MD is Legends Public Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 20706 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Maryland public charter school average of 17%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 36% statewide average). Charter schools in 20706, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public charter school average of 89% (majority Black).
Best 20706, MD Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Legends Public Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9700 Philadelphia Court
Lanham, MD 20706
(240) 455-5900
Lanham, MD 20706
(240) 455-5900
Gr: K-8 | 897 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 20706, MD?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 20706, MD include Legends Public Charter School.
How many public charter schools are located in 20706?
1 public charter schools are located in 20706.
What is the racial composition of students in 20706?
20706 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public charter schools average of 89% (majority Black).
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