For the 2025 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.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø 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 ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 497 students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 452 students
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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