For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 949 students in 20855, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20855, MD are Mill Creek Towne Elementary School and Sequoyah Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20855 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20855, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20855, MD Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mill Creek Towne Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17700 Park Mill Dr
Derwood, MD 20855
(240) 740-1820
Derwood, MD 20855
(240) 740-1820
Gr: PK-5 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Sequoyah Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17301 Bowie Mill Rd
Derwood, MD 20855
(240) 740-5880
Derwood, MD 20855
(240) 740-5880
Gr: PK-5 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20855, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20855, MD include Mill Creek Towne Elementary School and Sequoyah Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20855?
2 public preschools are located in 20855.
What is the racial composition of students in 20855?
20855 public preschools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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