For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,141 students in 20659, MD (there are 2 private schools, serving 64 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 20659, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20659, MD are White Marsh Elementary School, Oakville Elementary School and Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20659 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20659, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20659, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
White Marsh Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
29090 Thompson Corner Rd
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 472-4600
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 472-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Oakville Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
26410 Three Notch Road
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 373-4365
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 373-4365
Gr: PK-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
37840 New Market Turner Rd
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 472-4500
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 472-4500
Gr: PK-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Margaret Brent Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
29675 Point Lookout Rd
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 884-4635
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 884-4635
Gr: 6-8 | 878 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #55.
Mechanicsville Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
28585 Three Notch Rd
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 472-4800
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 472-4800
Gr: PK-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20659, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 20659, MD include White Marsh Elementary School, Oakville Elementary School and Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20659?
5 public schools are located in 20659.
What percentage of students in 20659 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 20659 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20659?
20659 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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