For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,254 students in 20736, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20736, MD are Mount Harmony Elementary School and Windy Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20736 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20736, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20736, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mount Harmony Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
900 W Mount Harmony Rd
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-9620
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-9620
Gr: PK-5 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Windy Hill Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9550 Boyds Turn Rd
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-9790
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-9790
Gr: PK-5 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20736, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20736, MD include Mount Harmony Elementary School and Windy Hill Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20736?
2 public preschools are located in 20736.
What is the racial composition of students in 20736?
20736 public preschools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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