For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,046 students in 20601, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 20601, MD are Malcolm Elementary School and J. P. Ryon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20601 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20601, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20601, MD Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Malcolm Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14760 Poplar Hill Rd
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-2691
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-2691
Grades: PK-5
| 427 students
Rank: #22.
J. P. Ryon Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12140 Vivian Adams Dr
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-3090
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-3090
Grades: PK-5
| 619 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 20601, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 20601, MD include Malcolm Elementary School and J. P. Ryon Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20601?
2 public preschools are located in 20601.
What is the racial composition of students in 20601?
20601 public preschools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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