For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,748 students in 20912, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20912, MD are Rolling Terrace Elementary School and Carole Highlands Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20912 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20912, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20912, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rolling Terrace Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
705 Bayfield St
Takoma Park, MD 20912
(240) 740-1950
Takoma Park, MD 20912
(240) 740-1950
Gr: PK-5 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Carole Highlands Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1610 Hannon St
Takoma Park, MD 20912
(301) 431-5660
Takoma Park, MD 20912
(301) 431-5660
Gr: PK-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
7511 Holly Ave
Takoma Park, MD 20912
(240) 740-0980
Takoma Park, MD 20912
(240) 740-0980
Gr: PK-2 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20912, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20912, MD include Rolling Terrace Elementary School and Carole Highlands Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20912?
3 public preschools are located in 20912.
What is the racial composition of students in 20912?
20912 public preschools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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