For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 3,491 students in 20706, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20706, MD are Robert Goddard Montessori, Seabrook Elementary School and Catherine T. Reed Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20706 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20706, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20706, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Robert Goddard Montessori
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9850 Good Luck Rd
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-3515
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-3515
Gr: PK-8 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Seabrook Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6001 Seabrook Rd
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8542
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8542
Gr: PK-5 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Catherine T. Reed Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9501 Greenbelt Rd
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8716
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8716
Gr: PK-5 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Magnolia Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8400 Nightingale Dr
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8770
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8770
Gr: PK-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Gaywood Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6701 97th Ave
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8730
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8730
Gr: PK-5 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
James Mchenry Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8909 Mchenry Ln
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8760
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-8760
Gr: PK-5 | 676 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Church St
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 925-2840
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 925-2840
Gr: PK-6 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20706, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20706, MD include Robert Goddard Montessori, Seabrook Elementary School and Catherine T. Reed Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20706?
7 public preschools are located in 20706.
What is the racial composition of students in 20706?
20706 public preschools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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