For the 2024 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 6,826 students in 20706, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20706, MD are Glenarden Woods Elementary School, Robert Goddard Montessori and Magnolia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20706 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 16%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 32% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20706, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 20706, MD Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Glenarden Woods Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7801 Glenarden Pkwy
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 925-1300
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 925-1300
Grades: 2-5
| 388 students
Rank: #22.
Robert Goddard Montessori
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9850 Good Luck Rd
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-3515
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-3515
Grades: PK-8
| 490 students
Rank: #33.
Magnolia Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8400 Nightingale Dr
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8770
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8770
Grades: PK-6
| 467 students
Rank: #44.
Thomas Johnson Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5401 Barker Pl
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8680
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8680
Grades: 6-8
| 1,344 students
Rank: #55.
Hyattsville Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9850 Good Luck Rd
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 209-5830
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 209-5830
Grades: 6-8
| 733 students
Rank: #66.
Legend Public Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9700 Philadelphia Court
Lanham, MD 20706
(240) 455-5900
Lanham, MD 20706
(240) 455-5900
Grades: K-6
| 692 students
Rank: #77.
Seabrook Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6001 Seabrook Rd
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8542
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8542
Grades: PK-5
| 343 students
Rank: #88.
Catherine T. Reed Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9501 Greenbelt Rd
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8716
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8716
Grades: PK-5
| 468 students
Rank: #99.
Gaywood Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6701 97th Ave
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8730
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8730
Grades: PK-5
| 483 students
Rank: #1010.
Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Church St
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 925-2840
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 925-2840
Grades: PK-6
| 680 students
Rank: #1111.
James Mchenry Elementary School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8909 Mchenry Ln
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8760
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8760
Grades: PK-5
| 738 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 20706, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20706, MD include Glenarden Woods Elementary School, Robert Goddard Montessori and Magnolia Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20706, MD?
11 public elementary schools are located in 20706, MD.
What is the racial composition of students in 20706, MD?
20706, MD public elementary schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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