For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,924 students in 20723, MD.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 20723 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20723, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20723, MD Public Elementary 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 elementary schools in 20723, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20723, MD include Hammond Elementary School, Gorman Crossing Elementary School and Hammond Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20723?
6 public elementary schools are located in 20723.
What is the racial composition of students in 20723?
20723 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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