For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,228 students in 20886, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 20886, MD are Stedwick Elementary School and Watkins Mill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20886 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20886, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20886, MD Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stedwick Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10631 Stedwick Rd
Montgomery Village, MD 20886
(240) 740-7190
Montgomery Village, MD 20886
(240) 740-7190
Gr: PK-5 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Watkins Mill Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
19001 Watkins Mill Rd
Montgomery Village, MD 20886
(240) 740-5280
Montgomery Village, MD 20886
(240) 740-5280
Gr: PK-5 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 20886, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 20886, MD include Stedwick Elementary School and Watkins Mill Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20886?
2 public preschools are located in 20886.
What is the racial composition of students in 20886?
20886 public preschools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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