For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,889 students in 20708, MD (there are 2 private schools, serving 331 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 20708, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20708, MD are James H. Harrison Elementary School, Montpelier Elementary School and Oaklands Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20708 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20708, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20708, MD Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James H. Harrison Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13200 Larchdale Rd
Laurel, MD 20708
(301) 497-3650
Laurel, MD 20708
(301) 497-3650
Gr: PK-5 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Montpelier Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9200 Muirkirk Rd
Laurel, MD 20708
(301) 497-3670
Laurel, MD 20708
(301) 497-3670
Gr: PK-5 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Oaklands Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
13710 Laurel Bowie Rd
Laurel, MD 20708
(301) 497-3110
Laurel, MD 20708
(301) 497-3110
Gr: PK-5 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Deerfield Run Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13000 Laurel-bowie Rd
Laurel, MD 20708
(301) 497-3610
Laurel, MD 20708
(301) 497-3610
Gr: PK-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13725 Briarwood Dr
Laurel, MD 20708
(301) 497-3620
Laurel, MD 20708
(301) 497-3620
Gr: 6-8 | 1,047 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20708, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 20708, MD include James H. Harrison Elementary School, Montpelier Elementary School and Oaklands Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20708?
5 public schools are located in 20708.
What percentage of students in 20708 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 20708 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20708?
20708 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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