For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 784 students in 20659, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20659, MD are 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 preschools in zipcode 20659 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20659, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20659, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
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 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20659, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20659, MD include Oakville Elementary School and Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20659?
2 public preschools are located in 20659.
What is the racial composition of students in 20659?
20659 public preschools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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