For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 782 students in 20740, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 20740, MD are Paint Branch Elementary School and Hollywood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20740 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20740, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20740, MD Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Paint Branch Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5101 Pierce Ave
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 513-5300
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 513-5300
Grades: PK-5
| 481 students
Rank: #22.
Hollywood Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9811 49th Ave
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 513-5900
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 513-5900
Grades: PK-5
| 301 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 20740, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 20740, MD include Paint Branch Elementary School and Hollywood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20740?
2 public preschools are located in 20740.
What is the racial composition of students in 20740?
20740 public preschools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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