For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 869 students in 20774, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 20774, MD are Ardmore Elementary School and Kettering Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20774 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20774, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20774, MD Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ardmore Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9301 Ardwick Ardmore Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 925-1311
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 925-1311
Grades: PK-5
| 466 students
Rank: #22.
Kettering Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11000 Layton St
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 808-5977
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 808-5977
Grades: PK-5
| 403 students
20774, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
601 Largo Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 621-6015
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 621-6015
Grades: 6-8
| 419 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 20774, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 20774, MD include Ardmore Elementary School and Kettering Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20774?
2 public preschools are located in 20774.
What is the racial composition of students in 20774?
20774 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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