For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,983 students in 20650, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20650, MD are Captain Walter Francis Duke Elementary School, Leonardtown Elementary School and Leonardtown Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20650 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20650, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20650, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Captain Walter Francis Duke Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
23595 Hayden Farm Lane
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(240) 309-4658
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(240) 309-4658
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Leonardtown Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
22885 Duke St
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(301) 475-0250
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(301) 475-0250
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Leonardtown Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
24015 Point Lookout Rd
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(301) 475-0230
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(301) 475-0230
Gr: 6-8 | 954 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
20650, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Mary's County Evening High School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
23160 Moakley St
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(301) 475-5511
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(301) 475-5511
White Oak Secondary Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
20833 Great Mills Rd
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(301) 475-0246
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(301) 475-0246
Gr: 7-12 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 20650, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20650, MD include Captain Walter Francis Duke Elementary School, Leonardtown Elementary School and Leonardtown Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20650?
3 public elementary schools are located in 20650.
What is the racial composition of students in 20650?
20650 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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