For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,248 students in 20657, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 20657, MD are Dowell Elementary School and Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20657 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20657, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20657, MD Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dowell Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12680 H G Trueman Rd
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9480
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9480
Grades: PK-5
| 589 students
Rank: #22.
Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus
(Math: 33% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11655 Hg Trueman Rd
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9710
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9710
Grades: PK-5
| 659 students
20657, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
35 Appeal Lane
Lusby, MD 20657
(410) 535-7830
Lusby, MD 20657
(410) 535-7830
Grades: PK-2
| 473 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 20657, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 20657, MD include Dowell Elementary School and Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus.
How many public preschools are located in 20657?
2 public preschools are located in 20657.
What is the racial composition of students in 20657?
20657 public preschools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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