For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,182 students in 20657, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20657, MD are Dowell Elementary School and Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20657 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20657, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20657, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dowell Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12680 H G Trueman Rd
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9480
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9480
Gr: PK-5 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus
(Math: 33% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11655 Hg Trueman Rd
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9710
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9710
Gr: PK-5 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
20657, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
35 Appeal Lane
Lusby, MD 20657
(410) 535-7830
Lusby, MD 20657
(410) 535-7830
Gr: PK-2 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20657, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20657, MD include Dowell Elementary School and Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus.
How many public preschools are located in 20657?
2 public preschools are located in 20657.
What is the racial composition of students in 20657?
20657 public preschools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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