For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 891 students in 20712, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20712, MD are Mt Rainier Elementary School and Thomas S. Stone Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20712 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20712, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20712, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mt Rainier Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4011 32nd St
Mount Rainier, MD 20712
(301) 985-1810
Mount Rainier, MD 20712
(301) 985-1810
Gr: PK-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Thomas S. Stone Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4500 34th St
Mount Rainier, MD 20712
(301) 985-1890
Mount Rainier, MD 20712
(301) 985-1890
Gr: PK-5 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20712, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20712, MD include Mt Rainier Elementary School and Thomas S. Stone Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20712?
2 public preschools are located in 20712.
What is the racial composition of students in 20712?
20712 public preschools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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