For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,924 students in 20723, MD (there are 4 private schools, serving 239 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 20723, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 20723, MD are Hammond Elementary School, Gorman Crossing Elementary School and Hammond Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20723 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20723, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20723, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hammond Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8110 Aladdin Dr
Laurel, MD 20723
(410) 880-5890
Laurel, MD 20723
(410) 880-5890
Grades: K-5
| 739 students
Rank: #22.
Gorman Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9999 Winter Sun Rd
Laurel, MD 20723
(410) 880-5900
Laurel, MD 20723
(410) 880-5900
Grades: PK-5
| 728 students
Rank: #33.
Hammond Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8100 Aladdin Dr
Laurel, MD 20723
(410) 880-5830
Laurel, MD 20723
(410) 880-5830
Grades: 6-8
| 582 students
Rank: #44.
Forest Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9550 Gorman Rd
Laurel, MD 20723
(410) 880-5950
Laurel, MD 20723
(410) 880-5950
Grades: PK-5
| 679 students
Rank: #55.
Murray Hill Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9989 Winter Sun Rd
Laurel, MD 20723
(410) 880-5897
Laurel, MD 20723
(410) 880-5897
Grades: 6-8
| 600 students
Rank: #66.
Laurel Woods Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9250 N Laurel Rd
Laurel, MD 20723
(410) 880-5960
Laurel, MD 20723
(410) 880-5960
Grades: PK-5
| 596 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 20723, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 20723, MD include Hammond Elementary School, Gorman Crossing Elementary School and Hammond Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 20723?
6 public schools are located in 20723.
What percentage of students in 20723 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 20723 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20723?
20723 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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