For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,086 students in 20748, MD (there are 9 private schools, serving 538 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 20748, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20748, MD are Maya Angelou French Immersion, Imagine Lincoln Pcs and Samuel Chase Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20748 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20748, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20748, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maya Angelou French Immersion
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2000 Callaway St
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-3950
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-3950
Gr: K-8 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Imagine Lincoln Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4207 Norcross St
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 808-5600
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 808-5600
Gr: K-8 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #33.
Samuel Chase Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5700 Fisher Rd
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-7660
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-7660
Gr: PK-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Allenwood Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6300 Harley Ln
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-3930
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-3930
Gr: PK-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Panorama Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2002 Callaway St
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-3870
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-3870
Gr: PK-5 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Overlook Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3298 Curtis Dr
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-3831
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-3831
Gr: PK-5 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Crossland High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6901 Temple Hill Rd
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 449-4800
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 449-4800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,094 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Thurgood Marshall Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4909 Brinkley Rd
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-7540
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-7540
Gr: 6-8 | 707 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Benjamin Stoddert Middle School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2501 Olson St
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-7500
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-7500
Gr: 6-8 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #1010.
Hillcrest Heights Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4305 22nd Pl
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-3800
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
20748, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Crossland Evening/saturday High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
6901 Temple Hill Rd
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 449-4994
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 449-4994
Gr: Inquire with school
2000 Callaway St
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-3950
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-3950
Gr: 6-8 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Jessie B. Mason Special Center (Closed 2016)
Special Education School
2720 Iverson St
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-3810
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-3810
4815 Dalton St
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-3820
Temple Hills, MD 20748
(301) 702-3820
Gr: PK-6 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20748, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 20748, MD include Maya Angelou French Immersion, Imagine Lincoln Pcs and Samuel Chase Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20748?
10 public schools are located in 20748.
What percentage of students in 20748 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 20748 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20748?
20748 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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