For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,259 students in 20740, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20740, MD are Berwyn Heights Elementary School, 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 elementary schools in zipcode 20740 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20740, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20740, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Berwyn Heights Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6200 Pontiac St
College Park, MD 20740
(240) 684-6210
College Park, MD 20740
(240) 684-6210
Gr: K-6 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: PK-5 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Hollywood Elementary School
(Math: 12% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 20740, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20740, MD include Berwyn Heights Elementary School, Paint Branch Elementary School and Hollywood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20740?
3 public elementary schools are located in 20740.
What is the racial composition of students in 20740?
20740 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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