For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,923 students in 20748, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20748, MD are Samuel Chase Elementary School, Allenwood Elementary School and Panorama Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20748 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20748, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20748, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20748, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20748, MD include Samuel Chase Elementary School, Allenwood Elementary School and Panorama Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20748?
5 public preschools are located in 20748.
What is the racial composition of students in 20748?
20748 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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