For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,846 students in 20708, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 20708, MD are James H. Harrison Elementary School, Montpelier Elementary School and Deerfield Run Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20708 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20708, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20708, MD Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James H. Harrison Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13200 Larchdale Rd
Laurel, MD 20708
(301) 497-3650
Laurel, MD 20708
(301) 497-3650
Grades: PK-5
| 301 students
Rank: #22.
Montpelier Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9200 Muirkirk Rd
Laurel, MD 20708
(301) 497-3670
Laurel, MD 20708
(301) 497-3670
Grades: PK-5
| 571 students
Rank: #33.
Deerfield Run Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
13000 Laurel-bowie Rd
Laurel, MD 20708
(301) 497-3610
Laurel, MD 20708
(301) 497-3610
Grades: PK-5
| 512 students
Rank: #44.
Oaklands Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13710 Laurel Bowie Rd
Laurel, MD 20708
(301) 497-3110
Laurel, MD 20708
(301) 497-3110
Grades: PK-5
| 462 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 20708, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 20708, MD include James H. Harrison Elementary School, Montpelier Elementary School and Deerfield Run Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20708?
4 public preschools are located in 20708.
What is the racial composition of students in 20708?
20708 public preschools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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