For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 39 students in 20623, MD.
The top ranked public school in 20623, MD is Croom High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 20623 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20623, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20623, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Croom High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9400 Surratts Rd
Cheltenham, MD 20623
(301) 372-8846
Cheltenham, MD 20623
(301) 372-8846
Grades: 11-12
| 39 students
20623, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Rica-southern Md (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
9400 Surratts Rd
Cheltenham, MD 20623
(301) 372-1840
Cheltenham, MD 20623
(301) 372-1840
Grades: n/a
| 87 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 20623, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 20623, MD include Croom High School.
How many public schools are located in 20623?
1 public schools are located in 20623.
What is the racial composition of students in 20623?
20623 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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