For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,691 students in 20853, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 20853, MD are Cashell Elementary School, Rock Creek Valley Elementary School and Brookhaven Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20853 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20853, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20853, MD Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cashell Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
17101 Cashell Rd
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-0560
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-0560
Grades: PK-5
| 342 students
Rank: #22.
Rock Creek Valley Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5121 Russett Rd
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-1240
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-1240
Grades: PK-5
| 367 students
Rank: #33.
Brookhaven Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4610 Renn St
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-0500
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-0500
Grades: PK-5
| 426 students
Rank: #44.
Wheaton Woods Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4510 Faroe Pl
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-0220
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-0220
Grades: PK-5
| 556 students
20853, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Mark Twain School (Closed 2009)
Special Education School
14501 Avery Rd
Rockville, MD 20853
(301) 279-4900
Rockville, MD 20853
(301) 279-4900
Grades: 7-12
| 93 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 20853, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 20853, MD include Cashell Elementary School, Rock Creek Valley Elementary School and Brookhaven Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20853?
4 public preschools are located in 20853.
What is the racial composition of students in 20853?
20853 public preschools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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